Intermediate Business System Analyst, Enterprise Platforms

Equitable Life of Canada View all jobs

  • Waterloo, ON
  • Temporary
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
The Opportunity: At Equitable, we believe great things happen when we work together. We’re a Canadian mutual company driven by purpose - putting people first and helping Canadians protect today and prepare for tomorrow. If you’re passionate about making a difference and growing your career in an inclusive and collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you. Our culture is built on care, passion and curiosity. We put people above all else, strive to be our best and welcome new ideas to deliver positive outcomes.Equitable is growing. And we are looking for a solid candidate to join our Investments Technology team to support the full-scale modernization of our Investment Technologies. Team’s key responsibilities are prioritized towards the investment systems and processes leveraged to manage Equitable assets. The team maintains and enhances shared technology solutions and infrastructure. This role will partner with a cross-functional team to scope, test, launch, and refine solutions to optimize the organizations' service experience. Responsible to develop scope and ensure smooth implementation of solutions that support business priorities and capabilities for internal and external clients.Join one of the region’s top employers and be part of something that truly makes a difference.Work Arrangements: This is a hybrid role. You will work in our office in Waterloo, ON a minimum of two (2) assigned, consecutive days every other week, plus a fifth (5th) assigned day per month. You are welcome to work from the office more than the minimum requirement and there may be some roles that are required to work in our office more than the minimum requirement.What you’ll do:
  • Conduct detailed business analysis to understand and document business requirements related to financial investment technologies.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and prioritize business needs and translate them into technical requirements.
  • Develop and maintain a prioritized backlog of deliverables, ensuring alignment with business goals and technology strategy.
  • Work closely with development teams to design, test, and implement technology solutions that enhance investment processes and systems.
  • Analyze and interpret financial data to support decision-making and strategic planning.
  • Provide expertise or strive to become an expert in financial markets, investment products, and regulatory requirements.
  • Facilitate effective communication between business users and technical teams to ensure successful project delivery.
  • Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for investment technology projects.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation and continuous improvement
  • Potential participation in on-call rotation during business day.
What you’ll bring:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Information Systems, or a related field;
  • 3+ years of experience in business system analysis, with a focus on financial industry technologies;
  • Strong understanding of financial markets, investment products, and regulatory requirements;
  • Proficiency in data analysis and financial modeling;
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills;
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
  • Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies is a plus;
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio);
  • Proficiency with Agile tools such as JIRA, Azure DevOps (preferred).
Nice to have:
  • Experience with financial software and investment management systems;
  • Knowledge of data visualization tools and techniques;
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously;
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills;
  • Previous fintech experience.
What’s in it for you:
  • Career Growth: Regular learning sessions and development opportunities;
  • Total Rewards: Allowance provided in place of vacation pay and benefits;
  • Flexibility: Healthy work-life balance with employee wellness always top of mind, complemented by a “dress for your day” approach.
At Equitable, we’re committed to fair pay and an inclusive, accessible hiring experience. If you need accommodations or alternative formats at any stage, just reach out to us at . We’re happy to help.Your base pay will be based on your skills, qualifications, experience and education.If you’re selected to move forward, our Talent Acquisition team will walk you through all the details of our total rewards program, so you know exactly what’s included.Reports To: Lead Technology Manager, Enterprise Platforms
Department: IT Investment Technology
Term: Temporary Full-Time, Twenty Four (24) Month Contract

Equitable Life of Canada