Brown Brothers Harriman
Senior Systems Business Analyst
Brown Brothers Harriman, Phila, Pennsylvania, United States, 19117
At BBH we value diverse backgrounds, so if your experience looks a little different from what we've outlined and you think you can bring value to the role, we will still welcome your application!
What You Can Expect At BBH:
If you join BBH you will find a collaborative environment that enables you to step outside your role to add value wherever you can. You will have direct access to clients, information and experts across all business areas around the world. BBH will provide you with opportunities to grow your expertise, take on new challenges, and reinvent yourself-without leaving the firm. We encourage a culture of inclusion that values each employee's unique perspective. We provide a high-quality benefits program emphasizing good health, financial security, and peace of mind. Ultimately we want you to have rewarding work with the flexibility to enjoy personal and family experiences at every career stage. Our BBH Cares program offers volunteer opportunities to give back to your community and help transform the lives of others.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Planning and Organizing
Develop clear, concise methodology documents, which require proficiency in interviewing skills, workflow analysis, dataflow diagramming, screen design, etc.Review and assist in development of project plans, project workflows and resource assignments as requested by Project Manager.Facilitate the definition of functional requirements by working with programmer analysts and users in prototyping and design sessions.Translate and present project concepts into effective visual images which clarify design elements and issues for both business and technical audiences.Project Management:
Ensure methodology is followed for project; provide meaningful feedback in accordance with departmental standards and guidelines.Maintain issue log; coordinate and support communications surrounding both systems and user acceptance for assigned project(s).Identify, mediate, resolve and eliminate miscommunications between business and technical project team members.Conduct user training.Execution:
Participate in development of test strategy, test plans and test cases.Translate system workflows into system configuration.Participate in test execution and document results.Coaching and Development:
Provides coaching and training to more junior Systems Business Analyst.Qualifications include:
BS/BA degree or equivalent job experience.5+ years of experience writing technical specifications, preferably at a financial services company.Skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously.Full understanding of the business model or the area(s) supported.Knowledge of all phases of the Systems Development Life Cycle required.Ability to create presentations using software such as Microsoft PowerPoint.Ability to use standard desktop tools effectively (Lotus Notes, Microsoft Office).Ability to analyze current workflows and identify opportunities for improvement.Exposure to project work and project planning, as well as project management software.Interviewing skills.Written and oral communications skills.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state or local law.
What You Can Expect At BBH:
If you join BBH you will find a collaborative environment that enables you to step outside your role to add value wherever you can. You will have direct access to clients, information and experts across all business areas around the world. BBH will provide you with opportunities to grow your expertise, take on new challenges, and reinvent yourself-without leaving the firm. We encourage a culture of inclusion that values each employee's unique perspective. We provide a high-quality benefits program emphasizing good health, financial security, and peace of mind. Ultimately we want you to have rewarding work with the flexibility to enjoy personal and family experiences at every career stage. Our BBH Cares program offers volunteer opportunities to give back to your community and help transform the lives of others.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Planning and Organizing
Develop clear, concise methodology documents, which require proficiency in interviewing skills, workflow analysis, dataflow diagramming, screen design, etc.Review and assist in development of project plans, project workflows and resource assignments as requested by Project Manager.Facilitate the definition of functional requirements by working with programmer analysts and users in prototyping and design sessions.Translate and present project concepts into effective visual images which clarify design elements and issues for both business and technical audiences.Project Management:
Ensure methodology is followed for project; provide meaningful feedback in accordance with departmental standards and guidelines.Maintain issue log; coordinate and support communications surrounding both systems and user acceptance for assigned project(s).Identify, mediate, resolve and eliminate miscommunications between business and technical project team members.Conduct user training.Execution:
Participate in development of test strategy, test plans and test cases.Translate system workflows into system configuration.Participate in test execution and document results.Coaching and Development:
Provides coaching and training to more junior Systems Business Analyst.Qualifications include:
BS/BA degree or equivalent job experience.5+ years of experience writing technical specifications, preferably at a financial services company.Skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously.Full understanding of the business model or the area(s) supported.Knowledge of all phases of the Systems Development Life Cycle required.Ability to create presentations using software such as Microsoft PowerPoint.Ability to use standard desktop tools effectively (Lotus Notes, Microsoft Office).Ability to analyze current workflows and identify opportunities for improvement.Exposure to project work and project planning, as well as project management software.Interviewing skills.Written and oral communications skills.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state or local law.