The Capital Markets Solutions Department, part of the Business Services sector, is seeking a business analyst with experience in capital markets to support projects within Capital Markets. In this role, the analyst will assess internal client needs to design and build business and IT solutions. They will help coordinate and implement development initiatives and IT patches, as well as contribute to foundational solution design for various desks, including foreign exchange (FX), and address regulatory and operational requirements. They will work closely with the project sponsor, project manager, architects, the product owner and IT teams to ensure smooth project execution. More specifically, they will be required to:
Analyze client needs and business processes to ensure alignment with organizational objectives
Collaborate with internal teams to understand their foreign exchange (FX) requirements
Prepare and present clear, concise business deliverables to key players (front office, middle office, back office, Finance), including the target operating model, business requirements with use cases, impacted processes, implementation strategy and traceability matrix
Document the FX activity life cycle: sales, trading, pricing, risk hedging, and inventory and account management
Support the assessment of the feasibility, design and execution phases of projects by building needs registers, drafting RFIs and RFPs, defining roles and responsibilities, and identifying risks and key players
Ensure alignment and integration with the IT ecosystem and architectural standards
Develop and maintain unit testing strategies
Participate in agile ceremonies and help enhance solutions and systems
Identify and document opportunities to improve work methods and processes
What we offer*
Competitive salary and annual bonus
4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year
Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement
Group insurance including telemedicine
Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment
* Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.
What you bring to the table
Bachelor's degree in a related field
A minimum of six years of relevant experience as a business analyst delivering business solutions in the capital markets sector, with a focus on foreign exchange (FX) and FX derivatives
Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
Experience in leading focused business discussions that drive concrete decisions
Knowledge of French is required
Advanced proficiency of English due to the nature of the duties or work tools or because the position involves interactions with English-speaking partners, members and/or clients
Expertise in managing end-to-end business solutions, including trading platforms, position and inventory management, valuation, settlement, accounting and risk
Skilled in communicating effectively with executive key players, ensuring transparency around issues, decisions and project progress
Demonstrated ability to take a proactive approach by consistently preparing structured agendas and clear action plans for meetings
Proficiency in collaborating with IT and agile teams
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Administration (FG)Unposting Date
2025-09-3Top Skills
Desjardins Montréal, Québec, CAN Office
1 Complexe Desjardins, , Montréal, QC , Canada, H2X
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