IT Business Lead Analyst

• Strategic Role within Helios Foundational Business Analysis team: As an IT Business Lead Analyst, you will be a core part of the Helios Foundational Business Analysis team, dedicated to delivering robust and scalable solutions for Helios - Entitlements and Foundational Data Services (LDS) components
• Strategic Business & Technical Alignment: Act as a critical liaison between business stakeholders, product management, and engineering teams to identify, analyze, and translate complex business requirements into clear, actionable technical specifications for large-scale application, system, and process enhancements within the Credit Production domain
• Entitlements & Access Control Expertise: Lead the analysis, design, and support of sophisticated entitlements and access control solutions for enterprise-grade platforms, with a specific focus on Credit Production Applications
• Data Management & Database Proficiency: Leverage a strong understanding and hands-on experience with various database technologies to support data-centric initiatives within Credit Production, ensuring data integrity, accessibility, and optimal performance within our systems
• Architectural & System Integration Acumen: Possess a comprehensive understanding of core system flows within Credit Production Applications and how they integrate with broader architecture to achieve strategic business objectives
• Full Lifecycle Participation & Quality Assurance: Engage actively in the full software development lifecycle, from initial concept through deployment and post-launch support
• Stakeholder Communication & Risk Management: Proactively communicate project progress, anticipate and mitigate bottlenecks, and manage escalations effectively
• Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement: Drive cross-functional collaboration to optimize business and technical processes, streamlining workflows and eliminating inefficiencies
• Team Leadership & Mentorship: Contribute to team growth by assisting with training activities and mentoring junior business analysts and team members
• Governance & Compliance: Act as a steward of sound business practices, assessing risk in decision-making with keen consideration for the firm’s reputation

• Experience: 8 plus years of progressive experience in business analysis, systems analysis, or product management roles within a complex enterprise environment, with a strong focus on technical delivery and ideally experience with Credit Production, Lending or similar financial applications
• Technical Proficiency: Demonstrable hands-on experience with modern application development and database technologies, including a strong command of at least one of the following: Java, Microservices architectures, Oracle SQL/PL SQL
• Architectural Understanding: Solid understanding and practical experience with Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) or Microservices-based Architecture
• Experience with designing and defining APIs or other integration patterns is highly desirable
• Project Management Methodologies: Proven experience with project management principles, including strong familiarity and practical application of Agile methodologies. Proficient in the use of requirements and issue tracking tools such as JIRA
• Analytical & Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and data analysis skills. Superior diplomatic, communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills with the proven ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Organizational Acumen: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent activities, prioritize effectively, and build strong working relationships across diverse teams
• Self-Motivation & Adaptability: Highly self-motivated, proactive, and capable of quickly mastering new tasks and technologies
• Resilience: Proven ability to thrive under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and approach work methodically with meticulous attention to detail
• Education: Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience
• Master’s degree preferred

Experience with designing and defining APIs or other integration patterns is highly desirable

• Equal opportunity employment
• Strict compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations
• Accessibility and accommodations support