Acuity Knowledge Partners

Business Analyst, Data and Technology Services, US

NEW YORK, NYPosted 30+ days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Acuity Knowledge Partners

  • Job overview

    The Business Analyst role at Acuity Knowledge Partners involves gathering and analyzing business and data requirements to support strategic projects and technology solutions within financial services.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role includes requirements gathering, data analysis, report creation, facilitating agile ceremonies, managing project lifecycles, coordinating with stakeholders, supporting UAT and production implementation, and producing documentation and presentations.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates should have extensive financial services experience, strong analytical and communication skills, technical knowledge of SDLC, proficiency in MS Office and Atlassian tools, and the ability to manage multiple projects and client relationships.

Company overview

Acuity Knowledge Partners is a leading provider of high-value research, analytics, and business intelligence services to the financial services sector. The company generates revenue by offering specialized services such as investment research, quantitative analytics, compliance support, and business consulting to banks, asset managers, and financial institutions worldwide. Acuity Knowledge Partners was formerly part of Moody's Corporation and became an independent entity in 2019 after a management buyout backed by Equistone Partners Europe. This history highlights its strong foundation and expertise in delivering tailored solutions that enhance productivity and drive business growth for its clients.

How to land this job

  • Position your resume to highlight your experience in financial services, emphasizing your skills in gathering and analyzing business and data requirements for strategic projects and enhancements.

  • Focus on showcasing your expertise in agile methodologies, including facilitating scrums, sprint planning, and backlog grooming, as well as your ability to manage project lifecycles from initiation to go-live.

  • Emphasize your proficiency in creating detailed documentation such as business requirements, test plans, trade/system flow diagrams, and presentations, along with your strong communication skills bridging technical and business teams.

  • Apply through multiple channels including Acuity Knowledge Partners' corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed for this role.

  • Connect with professionals in the Data and Technology Services division at Acuity Knowledge Partners on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like commenting on recent projects they've shared or asking about their experience working on financial technology solutions.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS systems by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'business analysis,' 'agile,' 'financial services,' 'SDLC,' 'JIRA,' and 'stakeholder management' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings.

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