Murex Business Analyst

Role: Murex Business Analyst
Location: NYC, NY
Duration: 12 months
Positin type: W2 contract

We are currently looking for a dedicated and analytical Murex Business Analyst (Technical) to take ownership of the Murex binary non-regression testing process.
The analyst will collaborate closely with the QA team to scrutinize any discrepancies in the automation process across specified Murex modules.
The role requires a strong understanding of treasury, risk management, and database queries, as well as exceptional communication skills to interact with various stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and manage the Murex binary non-regression testing process.
• Collaborate with the QA team to identify and resolve discrepancies in automation.
• Analyze and address batch feeder issues related to the Treasury datamart, including cost of funds.
• Investigate and resolve cash roll-over processes and cash flow discrepancies in the livebook.
• Support BAU and new project initiatives within the PLVAR module for FICC and EQD products by:
  • Replicating PLVAR results for each risk factor.
  • Creating and maintaining Murex extractions or feeders for PLVAR.
  • Assisting the business in resolving any PLVAR-related issues.
• Coordinate with downstream IT teams on data quality issues in reporting.
• Proficiently manipulate SQL database queries for data analysis within the Sybase database of Murex.
• Manage Totem submissions for new product deployments and troubleshoot existing Totem submission issues.
• Align pricing mappings between Totem submissions and Murex e-tradepad fields.
• Collaborate with senior Java developers and the Murex vendor to validate and debug API pricing issues.
• Engage with stakeholders across multiple desks, including treasury, product control, front office, middle office, IT production support, and IT environment teams, ensuring effective communication and meeting leadership.
• Document business requests meticulously in Jira tickets and outline deployed solutions.
• Proactively follow up on and escalate issues to ensure timely resolution.
• Contribute to knowledge sharing via platforms such as Confluence, and seek opportunities for automation to minimize manual processes.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Murex Business Analyst or a similar role within financial services.
• Strong knowledge of financial instruments and risk management, particularly within FICC and EQD products.
• Expertise in SQL and experience with Sybase databases.
• Experience with Murex Datamart, PLVAR module, and related functionalities.
• Understanding of pre-trade rules is advantageous.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to lead meetings and coordinate with various teams.
• Demonstrated ability to work methodically and rigorously in documenting and resolving issues.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving, with a track record of following through on commitments.
• Experience in automating processes and reducing manual workloads.