Business Systems Analyst

PIMCO is a global leader in active fixed income with deep expertise across public and private markets. We invest our clients' capital across a range of fixed income and credit opportunities, leveraging our decades of experience navigating complex debt markets. Our flexible capital base and deep relationships with issuers have helped us become one of the world's largest providers of traditional and nontraditional solutions for companies that need financing and investors who seek strong risk-adjusted returns.

Since 1971, our people have shaped our organization through a high-performance inclusive culture, in which we celebrate diverse thinking. We invest in our people and strive to imprint our CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Responsibility and Excellence. We believe each of us is here to help others succeed and this has led to PIMCO being recognized as an innovator, industry thought leader and trusted advisor to our clients.

As a Business Systems Analyst within the SMA Business Solutions team at PIMCO, you will play a crucial role in facilitating effective communication and collaboration between various departments. Acting as a liaison between key business stakeholders and the SMA development team, you will be bridging the gap between business needs and the technology solutions produced.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to work closely with colleagues from different business areas, fostering positive relationships and promoting a collaborative work environment. By doing so, you will not only contribute to the success of the SMA Platform but also gain valuable insights into the software, integrations, functions, and processes that drive its operations.

The SMA Platform is crucial and serves as the very core of the SMA business. It is the driving force behind SMA operations and portfolio management, providing the essential technology that enables the SMA business to scale effectively. Joining a team of multi-functional business professionals, you will be part of a dynamic and innovative environment that constantly seeks to improve and enhance business capabilities. This presents an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and implementation of cutting-edge solutions, driving innovation and efficiency within the organization.

Overall, you will have the chance to make a significant impact by leveraging your analytical skills, business acumen, and ability to bridge the gap between stakeholders and the development team. This role offers a unique blend of collaboration, innovation, and professional growth, making it an exciting opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand their needs, objectives, and requirements.

• Conduct interviews, workshops, and document analysis to gather and document detailed business requirements.

• Analyze existing business processes, workflows, and systems to identify areas of improvement and inefficiencies. Propose and recommend process improvements and technology solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

• Act as a liaison between business stakeholders and technology teams. Facilitate effective communication, manage expectations, and ensure that the technology solutions meet the needs and objectives of the stakeholders.

• Lead the user acceptance testing process. Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and scenarios to ensure that the implemented systems meet the defined requirements and perform as expected.

• Provide training and support to end-users to ensure a smooth transition and adoption of the new technology solutions. Develop user manuals, training materials, and conduct training sessions to enable users to effectively utilize the systems.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university

• 3+ years of experience in Business System Analysis, Business Analysis, or like field required, in fixed income an advantage

• Proficiency in business analysis skills, such as requirements elicitation, process modeling, use case development, and user story creation

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Detail orientated and organized

• Time management of self and others critical

• Goal/milestone driven

• Innately curious and eager to learn

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

• Familiarity with software development methodologies beneficial

• Familiarity with project management principles is a plus

• Ability to adapt to stay updated with technologies and best practices

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