Business Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

CTG is seeking to fill a Business Analyst opening for our client in Philadelphia, PA.

Location: Philadelphia, PA
Duration: 12 months

Duties:

• Collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document business requirements related to Asset Management and Trade Lifecycle.

• Translate business requirements into functional specifications and user stories.

• Support the implementation and integration of BlackRock’s Aladdin platform across front, middle, and back-office operations.

• Facilitate meetings, conduct gap analysis, and develop process flows and data mappings.

• Liaise between business users, developers, and QA teams to ensure requirements are understood and met.

• Participate in testing activities, including test planning, execution, and defect management.

• Produce clear and comprehensive documentation, including BRDs, FRDs, and process models.

• Identify risks and propose mitigation strategies to ensure timely delivery of project milestones.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of Asset Management industry practices and investment products (e.g., equities, fixed income, derivatives).

• Expertise in the trade lifecycle from order initiation through settlement.

• Hands-on experience with BlackRock’s Aladdin platform is required.

• Proficiency in writing business and functional requirements.

• Ability to conduct data analysis using Excel, SQL, or other tools.

• Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall project methodologies.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience as a Business Analyst in the financial services industry, preferably in Asset Management.

• Demonstrated experience working on Aladdin implementation or enhancement projects.

• Experience managing or contributing to technology projects in the trading or investment domain.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Information Technology, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services for this role.

To Apply:
To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you!