IT Business Analyst/Functional Analyst - Real Estate Funds Platform
About The Position
Today, markets face a whole new set of pressures – but also a whole lot of opportunity too. Opportunity to innovate differently. Opportunity to invest responsibly. And opportunity to make change. Join us at DWS, and you can be part of an industry-leading firm with a global presence. You can lead ambitious opportunities and shape the future of investing. You can support our clients, local communities, and the environment. We’re looking for creative thinkers and innovators to join us as the world continues to transform. As whole markets change, one thing remains clear; our people always work together to capture the opportunities of tomorrow. As investors on behalf of our clients, it is our role to find investment solutions. Ensuring the best possible foundation for our clients’ financial future. And in return, we’ll give you the support and platform to develop new skills, make an impact and work alongside some of the industry’s greatest thought leaders. This is your chance to achieve your goals and lead an extraordinary career. This is your chance to invest in your future. Read more about DWS and who we are here. The Chief Operating Office (COO) is a key enabler for DWS and is integral to the future success of the company by delivering world-class services across a set of key functions. It covers essential Technology and Operations capabilities, aiming to deliver a platform which is efficient, scalable, resilient and agile. This role is within DWS Global Technology, within the team supporting our Alternative Investments platform. The role will focus on the US Real Estate Equity products initially, that currently run in the region of $35bn AUM. As an IT Business Analyst, you will be responsible for: Working with front office/middle office teams to define upcoming business challenges and determining required technology solutions. Development and maintenance of standard project artifacts including business requirements documents, test cases and project plans. Working with onshore, offshore and third-party IT developers to translate business requirements into functional specifications. Analyze large data sets, process flows and reporting flows. Analyze and document current state systems flows and processes to bring transparency to the complexity and interdependence between systems and data. Work with development teams and architects to design and implement technology solutions with a high level of quality, flexibility and scalability. Perform system integration testing. Coordinate end user testing and plan rollout. Work with the business to establish priorities & provide regular status updates. Perform root cause analysis on production issues and provide recommendations to mitigate risk and preventive actions.
Requirements
- Proven experience as an IT Business Analyst/Functional Analyst within a financial services environment.
- Ability to use tools to create project artifacts such as business requirements, process maps, functional specifications and testing scripts.
- Ability to partner with various front / middle office teams and development teams to achieve objectives and execute or drive project plan as required
- Demonstrated success with typical Business Analyst deliverables: business requirements, functional specifications, system/workflow diagrams, functional test plans documentation and execution.
- Advance skills in MS applications.
- Strong data analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work with large data sets, process flows and reporting flows.
- Working knowledge of SDLC and Agile methodologies.
Nice To Haves
- Experience within Asset Management, with a knowledge of Real Estate Fund Finance platforms would be a bonus.
Responsibilities
- Working with front office/middle office teams to define upcoming business challenges and determining required technology solutions.
- Development and maintenance of standard project artifacts including business requirements documents, test cases and project plans.
- Working with onshore, offshore and third-party IT developers to translate business requirements into functional specifications.
- Analyze large data sets, process flows and reporting flows.
- Analyze and document current state systems flows and processes to bring transparency to the complexity and interdependence between systems and data.
- Work with development teams and architects to design and implement technology solutions with a high level of quality, flexibility and scalability.
- Perform system integration testing.
- Coordinate end user testing and plan rollout.
- Work with the business to establish priorities & provide regular status updates.
- Perform root cause analysis on production issues and provide recommendations to mitigate risk and preventive actions.
Benefits
- At DWS we’re serious about diversity, equity and creating an inclusive culture where colleagues can be themselves and it’s important to us that you enjoy coming to work - feeling healthy, happy and rewarded.
- At DWS, you’ll have access to a range of benefits which you can choose from to create a personalized plan unique to your lifestyle.
- Whether you’re interested in healthcare, company perks, or are thinking about your retirement plan, there’s something for everyone.
- At DWS, we recognize that our benefit programs have a profound impact on our colleagues. That’s why we are focused on providing benefits and perks that enable our colleagues to live authentically and be their whole selves, at every stage of life.
- We provide access to physical, emotional, and financial wellness benefits that allow our colleagues to stay financially secure and strike balance between work and home.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
