Derivatives Analyst

Job Role : Business Analyst Duration : 12 Months (Highly chance to extends) Location : Toronto, ON (Need to go 4 days in week onsite) Daily Responsibilities: Describe a typical ‘day in the life’ As a Business Analyst for the Strategic Derivatives Program, you will be the documentation backbone of our platform modernization initiative. Your typical day involves: Requirements Gathering & Analysis – Collaborating with business stakeholders and project teams to understand functional and technical requirements for the new derivatives platform Documentation Development – Creating comprehensive requirement specifications, process documentation, and technical guides that translate complex requirements into clear, actionable information User Guides & Training Materials – Developing end-user documentation and training resources to support smooth adoption of the new system Runbook Creation – Preparing operational procedures and step-by-step guides for system maintenance, troubleshooting, and day-to-day operations Stakeholder Communication – Acting as a bridge between business teams and technical teams, ensuring clarity and alignment throughout the project lifecycle Project Support – Providing ongoing documentation and analytical support to ensure the strategic initiative stays on track Project Name(s), if applicable: Please provide a brief project description Strategic Derivatives Program What program/technology/software knowledge is essential for this role? Describe in what capacity the selected candidate will be using it: Financial Services Domain Knowledge Fund Accounting & Derivatives Expertise – Experience in financial services, particularly with fund accounting operations and/or derivatives processes, is essential. You'll leverage this knowledge to understand complex business requirements, identify process gaps, and ensure accurate documentation of the new system's capabilities against current workflows. Documentation & Requirements Management Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) – You'll create requirement specifications, functional design documents, user guides, runbooks, and process documentation that teams will rely on during implementation and post-launch operations. Communication & Analytical Skills Strong Writing & Presentation Abilities – You'll translate technical concepts into clear documentation and present findings to diverse stakeholder groups. Must-have Skills/Experiences and/or Education, certifications, qualifications, designations: Professional Experience 3-5+ years as a Business Analyst – Demonstrated experience in requirements gathering, documentation, and stakeholder management, ideally within financial services or technology projects. Financial Services Background – Experience in fund administration, derivatives trading, or related financial operations is essential to understand the business context and technical complexities of this modernization initiative. Documentation & Process Mapping – Proven ability to create clear, comprehensive documentation including requirements specifications, process flows, user guides, and operational procedures. Project Collaboration – Experience working cross-functionally with business teams, technical architects, developers, and operations to translate requirements into deliverables. Education & Certifications Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent professional experience) Derivatives or Financial Systems Knowledge (preferred) – Industry-specific certifications or demonstrated expertise in derivatives trading, fund accounting, or settlement processes We use AI in our Hiring processes Mindlance is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, equitable, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, and a work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We will be happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process

Act as the documentation backbone for a strategic derivatives platform modernization initiative by gathering requirements and creating technical guides. You will bridge the gap between business and technical teams through comprehensive process documentation and stakeholder communication.

Requires 3-5+ years of experience as a Business Analyst with a strong background in financial services, specifically fund accounting or derivatives. Candidates must possess excellent documentation skills and a bachelor's degree in a related field.

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• Business Analysis
• Requirements Gathering
• Documentation Development
• Fund Accounting
• Derivatives Expertise
• Process Mapping
• Stakeholder Management
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Visio
• Technical Writing
• Financial Services Knowledge
• User Guide Development
• Runbook Creation
• Project Support
• Analytical Skills

• Finance & Accounting
• Data & Analytics
• Technology

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

5+ ans

Postuler avant le

21 août 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Présence au bureau

4 jours par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Associate

Mode de candidature

La candidature directe est offerte