Business Analyst

BMO•Chicago, IL

About The Position

Serves as an advisor and partner between the business/group and T&O to define & document technology requirements for a business/group. Provides subject matter expertise for all IT systems related initiatives. Manages initiatives, supports and delivers on operational goals. Influences and negotiates to achieve business objectives. Recommends and implements solutions based on analysis of issues and implications for the business. Conducts independent analysis and assessment to resolve strategic issues. Builds effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders. Manages databases and provides support for analysis, forecasting and/or data visualization, ensuring adherence with data governance standards. Builds change management plans of varying scope and type; leads or participates in a variety of change management activities including readiness assessments, planning, stakeholder management, execution, evaluation and sustainment of initiatives. Provides input into the planning and implementation of operational programs. Develops solutions and makes recommendations based on an understanding of the business strategy and stakeholder technology needs. Provides advice and guidance to assigned business/group on implementation of technology solutions. Supports business in production support, system enhancements, product upgrades and development. Provides expertise to establish key business initiatives/priorities to support & sustain the strategic direction. Supports the IT transformation agenda and ensures business & technology needs align. Breaks down strategic problems, and analyses data and information to provide insights and recommendations. Tracks metrics and milestones, makes recommendations for resolution and escalates as appropriate when issues arise. Supports development and execution of strategic initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. Builds effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders. May network with industry contacts to gather and identify competitive insights and best practices. Executes work to deliver timely, accurate, and efficient service. Focus is primarily on business/group within BMO; may have broader, enterprise-wide focus. Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules. Works independently on a range of complex tasks, which may include unique situations. Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed. Take measured risks while protecting the bank by applying our Risk Management Framework in the execution of your role, in line with our Risk Culture and within our approved Risk Appetite, making sound and risk informed decisions that align to business strategy, protect assets, and adhere to applicable policy documents (Frameworks, Policies, Standards, Procedures and Supporting documents), laws and regulations.

Requirements

Typically between 4 - 6 years of relevant experience
Post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Technical proficiency gained through education and/or business experience.
In-depth verbal & written communication skills.
In-depth collaboration & team skills.
In-depth analytical and problem solving skills.
In-depth influence skills.
In-depth data driven decision making.

Responsibilities

Define & document technology requirements for a business/group.
Provide subject matter expertise for all IT systems related initiatives.
Manage initiatives, support and deliver on operational goals.
Influence and negotiate to achieve business objectives.
Recommend and implement solutions based on analysis of issues and implications for the business.
Conduct independent analysis and assessment to resolve strategic issues.
Build effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
Manage databases and provide support for analysis, forecasting and/or data visualization, ensuring adherence with data governance standards.
Build change management plans of varying scope and type; lead or participate in a variety of change management activities including readiness assessments, planning, stakeholder management, execution, evaluation and sustainment of initiatives.
Provide input into the planning and implementation of operational programs.
Develop solutions and make recommendations based on an understanding of the business strategy and stakeholder technology needs.
Provide advice and guidance to assigned business/group on implementation of technology solutions.
Support business in production support, system enhancements, product upgrades and development.
Provide expertise to establish key business initiatives/priorities to support & sustain the strategic direction.
Support the IT transformation agenda and ensure business & technology needs align.
Break down strategic problems, and analyse data and information to provide insights and recommendations.
Track metrics and milestones, make recommendations for resolution and escalate as appropriate when issues arise.
Support development and execution of strategic initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
Network with industry contacts to gather and identify competitive insights and best practices.
Execute work to deliver timely, accurate, and efficient service.
Exercise judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.
Work independently on a range of complex tasks, which may include unique situations.
Take measured risks while protecting the bank by applying our Risk Management Framework in the execution of your role, in line with our Risk Culture and within our approved Risk Appetite, making sound and risk informed decisions that align to business strategy, protect assets, and adhere to applicable policy documents (Frameworks, Policies, Standards, Procedures and Supporting documents), laws and regulations.