The Senior Business Analyst - Derivatives & Collateral, will be responsible for performing complex research and analysis of major derivatives and collateral initiatives to identify, document and analyze complex processing, service and/or technical improvement opportunities.  Business initiatives may also include implementations of new technologies and new product implementations.   

Responsibilities

Work independently or with management to identify complex operational business issues and develop creative solutions involving workflow procedures and/or new technologies

Effectively and efficiently solicit and document business user requirements with user stories or business requirements documentation

Review and redefine project plans to ensure plans are complete

Coordinate post implementation support for all projects and initiatives

Identification of solutions and alternatives to business and system problems, outlining their relative merits, cost, compatibility, etc., to ensure clients make informed decisions

Development of individual as well as multi-functional feasibility studies and cases for new initiatives that will identify the business requirements and detail cost/benefit analysis to gain overall approval

Establish relationships with business leaders in order to determine optimal solutions for complex business needs

Development of test strategies, test plans, test cases and expected results in consultation with clients to ensure that initiatives being implemented meet expected deliverables

Ensure partners have a common understanding of project deliverables and parameters (e.g. Time, cost, quality and benefits)

Exercise judgment in identifying issues, modifying plans as business conditions change, assessing courses of action and developing recommendations

Track business requirements through the Work Request or project processes adding new value, as needed, to the design/analysis and testing phases

Required Qualifications

University degree in Business/Finance

MBA, CFA, FRM or similar certification would be an asset

5-8 years Business Analysis experience in Application Management environment within the financial sector, particular experience with Derivatives and Collateral

Experience with Aladdin, Apex, FINDUR, COLLINE, SUMMIT, Calypso, Murex, or similar derivatives/collateral applications is required

Experience with SDLC (software development process) or Agile methodology

Experience with business requirements gathering and UAT script/scenario documentation

Preferred Qualifications

Hands on experience with SQL and an understanding of Java language is helpful

Knowledge and understanding of system design and analysis, acceptance and user testing, training and product improvement methodologies

Confirmed capability in initiating, motivating and managing change effectively

Highly developed presentation and communication skills

Ability to cultivate relationships with key partners and business senior management

Bilingual (French & English) is required - The successful candidate will be required to communicate in English and French to support clients from various jurisdictions outside of Quebec.

When you join our team:

We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.

We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.

As part of our distributed team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact recruitment@manulife.com.

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Salary range is expected to be between

If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact recruitment@manulife.com for the salary range for your location. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance.

Manulife offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence. If you are applying for this role in the U.S., please contact recruitment@manulife.com for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.