We are seeking an IT Business Analyst to work for a financial client in Singapore. Candidates should have good knowledge of Derivative products and good SQL skills. The role will be working mainly Front Office but will cover some Middle and Back Office.
YOUR TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES
Gather business requirements and translate into IT solutions
Write technical specifications for IT development
Unit, functional & non-regression test strategy definition and execution
Coordination with release and quality assurance teams, including specs for test automation
Participate in solution design / architecture
Assist in project steering and coordination
User training and support
Support in documentation writing (functional aspects)
Contribute to BA team (trainings, knowledge sharing)
OUR REQUIREMENTS
Master’s degree: engineering, finance, economics, or IT domains preferred.
Basic knowledge of financial products
Strong analytical and logical mind-set
Fluid and clear communication
Keen interest in new technologies
Writing skills i.e. ability to describe complex problems in a simple manner
You will be shaping IT infrastructure architecture designs and roadmaps to provide good practice security and infrastructure foundations for building the IT trading application landscape on top.
What you will do
Derive the strategic infrastructure requirements with clear cloud focus based on the guidelines, risk considerations, and business requirements
Define the future IT target infrastructure architecture models along the given short-term strategic requirements and Group framework
Be the responsible design authority for security and infrastructure architecture
Define IT infrastructure requirements towards Group and represent those in the corresponding forums on Group level
Initialize security and infrastructure architecture relevant projects
Define (resp. coach) the design of the solution architecture within the implementation of security & infrastructure projects
Bring in infrastructure-relevant architecture aspects into application design and implementation, and be seen as a good sparring partner of the solutions architects.
Follow IT security and infrastructure trends and asses their potential in the context of the IT landscape at hand
Insure and support adequate documentation of the security & infrastructure architecture
What you bring & who you are
You hold a Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics, or you have equivalent practical experience
You possess excellent relationship-building, collaboration, consultation, and influencing skills, and are able to work cross-functional with multiple teams and stakeholders
You have a broad knowledge of infrastructure architecture design; Experience in this area in a Trading environment would be an advantage
You possess an in-depth understanding of relevant security standards, frameworks, and controls (e.g. ISO 27001/27002) as well as certification in cloud architecture solutions
You have an aptitude for technical design, with the ability to pick up technical concepts quickly and know when it is appropriate to apply them
You are a proactive self-starter with excellent analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills, with a willingness to go the extra mile
You are fluent in English, German is considered an advantage
As a Senior IT Architect within the Trading area you will provide IT target architecture models and roadmaps to further develop the Trading IT application landscape along the strategic and tactical business requirements.
What you will do
Develop the business architecture model and derive the strategic business requirements per business domain together with the business stakeholders
Define the future IT target architecture model, derive the best-fitting application portfolio as well as define the required initiatives for implementation within domain-specific roadmaps
Help shape the overall architecture and project portfolio based on the domain-specific architecture and roadmap
Initialize architecture-relevant projects
Define/coach the design of the solution architecture within the implementation projects
Follow the relevant IT trends and assess their potential in the context of the assigned domain
Elaborate on other deep IT-strategy topics and lead complex conceptual projects
What you bring & who you are
You hold a Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics, or you have equivalent practical experience
You possess excellent relationship-building, collaboration, consultation, and influencing skills, and are able to work cross-functional with multiple teams and stakeholders
You have a broad knowledge of commodity trading/origination business and processes, as well as excellent knowledge of architecture and systems required for the energy trading business
You possess strong methodology knowledge in IT strategy development, IT architecture management, application design and development, and strategic portfolio planning
You have an aptitude for technical design, with the ability to pick up technical concepts quickly and know when it is appropriate to apply them
You are a proactive self-starter with excellent analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills, with a willingness to go the extra mile
You are fluent in English, German is considered an advantage
Our Commodity Trading client is currently seeking a Risk Analyst / Developer to join their London team on a permanent basis. The ideal profile will need to have both strong Risk Management, as well as strong technical/development skills.
Description
The position encompasses the following tasks:
Our clients Risk Management department is looking to expand and to hire a middle officer to cover multiple energy trading desks. They are looking for a motivated professional, that can take ownership of day-to-day risk management duties and contribute in further developing the Risk infrastructure.
Requirements
Experience in commodities min. 2 year, preferably in Oil & Gas products
First-hand experience in Risk Management (P&L calculation and explain, risk dimensions, operational)
Understanding of financial instruments and derivatives
Demonstrable analytical and numerical skills
Excellent Excel skills, including Power Query
Good Python and SQL , C+ knowledge
Good to have
Business Intelligence or other systematic reporting experience highly desirable
Experience with clearing/brokering counterparties desirable
STEM / technical background desirable
Database experience desirable
Have already some experience in commodities and related financial instruments, and be able to demonstrate strong analytical and numerical skills.
Oil products experience, as well as experience in blending books is desirable but not necessary.
Our well established Finance client is looking for a Cyber Security Audit Specialist to join their Basel based team in a permanent role.
Your role:
As Senior IT Auditor you will perform audit assignments with primary focus on IT/cybersecurity. We are growing our team and you will be providing high value and trusted guidance to internal partners including C-Level Management representatives.
Your responsibilities:
Design and execute risk-based audit plans and programs, in order to asses risk and effectiveness of key technology and security controls for critical process and systems
Communication of Audit Results in the course of closing meetings
Drafting of meaningful reports and monitoring of implementation of agreed actions
Collaborate with IT and Business Auditors, to raise awareness of the necessary improvements and identified risks to the control framework
Manage and cultivate relationships with Key Stake holders
Collaborate in Projects (such as STC guest)
Opportunity to be Team Lead within the next 5 years
Your profile:
Master Degree Computer Science, Technology, Information Systems or related field (University/FH) or equivalent industry experience
ISACA Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or ISACA Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) or ISC² Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or CSX Practitioner Certificate (CSX-P) certifications are preferred
10 years of practical and hands-on experience in the field of IT and/or Cybersecurity
Strong work ethics, integrity and high level of accountability with great interpersonal skills
Experience as IT Auditor is an advantage
Experience analysing results from Pen Testing Tools with data analysis using data mining tools is a plus