Business Analyst (Intermediate)

Position Description:

Missions
- Provide functional support to risk analysts and front officers on credit risk processes
- Gather requirements from business partners and manage them according to the priorities given by the Product Owner
- Perform data analysis – in the context of understanding requirements, defining solutions, testing, etc.
- Communicate findings effectively to users and direct management so that they can facilitate appropriate solutions
- Collaborate with users and other business analysts to understand user needs and translate requirements into solutions
- Write functional specifications and document system and process workflows
- Ensure that the agile and continuous delivery methodology is followed
- Ensure that the features are properly tested and that the artifacts are produced
- Coordinate and carry out the phases in the different environments and present the test results to users
- Collaborate closely with people in other locations (US, France, India)
 
Profile
Required / Must Have
- University degree in a relevant field
- At least one experience in a financial institution as Business Analyst
- Comfortable acting as the point of contact for business clients and to understand/document the needs of the company and their priorities
- Strong desire to learn and contribute solutions and ideas to the team
- Curious mindset, continuously seeking to understand business challenges and uncover solutions
- Ability to think critically and creatively to explore multiple approaches in solving problems
- Ability to read (and ideally perform small updates to) Python scripts
- Knowledge of Agile methodology (Scrum)
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to analyze and provide / receive constructive feedback
 
Functional and Technical Skills (Required)
- Knowledge in Investment Banking
- Strong skills in writing technical documentation and structured emails
- Good working knowledge of SQL
- Ability to write queries joining data across multiple tables for data analysis and testing
- Ability to read stored procedures during investigations
- Experience with PowerBI
- Familiarity with data integration (API, Databases, ETL, Files, etc.)
- Experience in Python scripting for automation, data manipulation, and troubleshooting
- Ability to develop and maintain scripts to support business analysis and operational efficiency
- Experience working in Unix/Linux environments, including command-line troubleshooting and script execution
 
Preferred (Nice to Have)
- Experience with concepts and literature related to Credit and Counterparty Risk
- High-level understanding of capital market products (secured financing transactions; derivatives) or corporate loans
- Knowledge of US or international financial regulations
- Experience with ETL
 
Language
Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing, is required, as the person in this position will need to collaborate regularly with colleagues and partners in the United States.

Bilingualism (French and English) is required for this position due to the nature of the role requiring interaction with national and global clients.

Skills:

• English
• French
• Python
• SQL
• Unix

What you can expect from us:

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

At CGI, we value the strength that diversity brings and are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone belongs. We collaborate with our clients to build more inclusive communities and empower all CGI partners to thrive. As an equal-opportunity employer, being able to perform your best during the recruitment process is important to us. If you require an accommodation, please inform your recruiter.

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