Senior Business Analyst

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Business Analyst to join our dynamic team at S&P Dow Jones Indices. The ideal candidate will have 4 to 7 years of experience and will be pivotal in driving the success of our projects by leveraging their strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. The Team: The Technology Governance & Delivery Enablement (TGDE) team at S&P Dow Jones Indices is responsible for establishing effective portfolio planning and execution patterns to drive operational excellence and foster a culture of collaboration using lean portfolio management and agile development methodologies. As a member of the Delivery Enablement team, you will play a crucial role in accelerating our technology delivery by breaking down complex problems into implementable solutions that drive business value and enhance project outcomes. The Career Opportunity: This role offers immense potential for growth and professional development in the field of business system analysis within a fast-paced and challenging work environment. You will enjoy an open, transparent culture and the opportunity to: Leverage your analytical skills to assess and improve business systems and processes, ensuring they align with organizational goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement effective solutions that enhance system performance and drive business value. Develop your expertise in system requirements analysis, user story creation, and process optimization within a dynamic global organization. Build strong relationships and engage with stakeholders across the organization, managing expectations to deliver high-quality system solutions that meet business needs. Responsibilities: Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into detailed business requirements. Facilitate requirements gathering sessions and create detailed documentation, including effective user stories, features, use cases, and process flows. Identify and drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Ensure alignment of project deliverables with business goals by working closely with development, QA, SM and product teams. Utilize Agile methodologies and tools such as Azure DevOps, MS Teams, Miro, MS Suites, and SharePoint to manage tasks and workflows. Mentor and provide guidance to junior analysts and team members. Required Qualifications: Bachelors degree or higher in finance, economics, information technology, business, or a related field. 4 to 7 years of experience as a business analyst, preferably in the financial information industry. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and strategically. Excellent communication and collaboration skills with various stakeholders. Proven track record of identifying and improving business processes. Experience with Agile methodologies and tools such as Azure DevOps, MS Teams, Miro, MS Suites, and SharePoint. Preferred Qualifications: Relevant certifications (e.g., CBAP, PMI-PBA, CSM). Experience with lean portfolio management. Previous experience as a team lead or in a similar role.