The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's/applicant's qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.


Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available.


Our client is seeking a Middle Office Technical Analyst, Wires Management in NYC, NY.


Role Description


Client is searching for a business-focused technologist and functional subject matter expert to assist with advancing the technology capabilities of the Middle Office and Controllers businesses. The individual will work closely with key stakeholders in the Investment Operations functions to lead projects, gather and document business requirements, and coordinate the development, testing, implementation, and ongoing support of these requirements.


• Work with middle office Ops professionals to understand and produce business and functional requirements and collaborate with the development teams to implement solutions.
• Work with Client internal resources and application vendors to establish the appropriate development approach and timeline.
• Track and maintain project plans, risk matrices, issues lists, and all related project artifacts to ensure successful implementation of related engagements.
• Develop comprehensive test cases and participate in development and QA Testing.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and build relationships continuously.
• Assist with the analysis of middle office platform processes and capabilities and the ongoing development of a technology strategy.
• Partner with the business to ensure SLAs and other key metrics are met or exceeded.
• Identify best practices for optimizing system use both internally and externally.
• Act as an escalation point for support issues and increase in-house functional support resolution with well-documented RCA and permanent resolutions.


Skills & Requirements


Experience Required:
• 8+ years of industry full-cycle experience in SDLC methodologies and approaches, including refining business requirements and defining functional specifications, development, and testing.
• 3+ years of experience with C#, Python, SQL and Excel Macros.
• Experience with a leading wire management platform is required. IVP Cash Master is strongly preferred.
• Experience with systems that manage SSI for wire transfers, generate Swift messages, automate cash settlements, and straight-through processing.
• Experience in payment processing and SWIFT message formats such as MT1XX, MT2XX, and MT9XX.
• Experience with Business Analysis methodologies and use case modeling with excellent conceptualization, analytical, and logic skills.
• Deep understanding of the middle office functions and Knowledge of credit instruments (Bank Loans, Bonds, Derivatives, etc.)
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work with business users, technical teams, and stakeholders. While adept at listening and soliciting feedback from all teams.
• Must be self-directed and motivated while being a solid team player with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to thrive in a high-intensity, fast-paced environment and prioritize/deliver multiple active projects.


Educational Requirements:
• An advanced degree from a top university is strongly desired


Benefits/Other Compensation


This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).


Why Hays?


You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there's a position you really want, you're fully prepared to get it.


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Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays' guiding principles is 'do the right thing'.
We also believe that actions speak louder than words.
In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.


In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text 813.336.5570.


Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information.


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