Product Analysis Specialist

At Finastra, we are a dynamic global provider of open finance software solutions, dedicated to expanding access to financial services. Our innovative applications span Lending, Payments, Treasury and Capital Markets, and Universal Banking. Proudly serving over 8,000 customers, including 45 of the world's top 50 banks, we aim to boost financial inclusion for all. Join us and be part of a vibrant company that embraces diverse perspectives, and is committed to doing well by doing good.

What will you contribute?

Reporting to the Treasury & Capital Markets (TCM) Lead Product Analyst, the Senior Product Analyst will collaborate cross-functionally on product requirements, design and documentation; participate in client calls and make solution demos; develop business requirements and collaborate in the translation of business requirements into technical and functional specifications.

Responsibilities & Deliverables:

Your deliverables as a Senior Product Analyst will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Works closely with development, QA and Customer Support teams for development of new or modifications of existing functionalities (analysis, translation of business requirements to specifications, validation, follow-up on delivered solution).

• Contributes to development backlog (story writing, prioritization, sprint/PI plannings).

• Improves continuously the asset classes and functional workflows coverage to address standard market practices.

• Gain a deep understanding of the customer experience, identify and fill product gaps.

• Manage the entire product lifecycle from strategic planning through go-to-market.

• Organize product demos for sales, pre-sales, clients and partners to describe the new functionalities.

• Serves as the key contact for product questions and new product ideas which surface from customers, sales, or market research.

• Translates product strategy into recommendations and feature definition to address market opportunities.

• Manages the resolution of escalated customer problems. 

• Develops proper and thorough documentation (internal and external) describing enhancements as appropriate.

Required Experience:

• 5 years of Financial Industry experience or relevant financial services software experience (support, development, etc.).

• Strong knowledge of financial risk management concepts (Market Risk, FX risk, Credit Risk, VaR).

• Experience with financial regulations (BASEL/EBA, FRTB/SA-CCR/SIMM)

• Familiarity with a software development cycle and Agile Methodology.

• Knowledge of Interest Rate Derivatives and Fixed Income products.

• Fluency in English.

• University Degree in Finance, Mathematics, Computer Science or relevant experience in the capital markets/financial software field.

• Familiarity with Fusion Kondor is a plus

We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we uphold:

·       Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, based on your location and business priorities. Hybrid working arrangements, and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.

·       Well-being: Access confidential one-on-one therapy through our Employee Assistance Program, unlimited personalized coaching via our coaching app, and access to our Gather Groups for emotional and mental support.

·       Medical, life & disability insurance, retirement plan, lifestyle and other benefits*

·       ESG: Benefit from paid time off for volunteering and donation matching.

·       DEI: Participate in multiple DE&I groups for open involvement (e.g., Count Me In, , , , ).

·       Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.

·       Recognition: Be part of our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and contribute to regular employee surveys to help shape Finastra and foster a culture where everyone is engaged and empowered to perform at their best.

*Specific benefits may vary by location.

At Finastra, each individual is unique, bringing their own ideas, thoughts, cultural beliefs, backgrounds, and experiences together. We learn from one another, embrace and celebrate our differences, and create an environment where everyone feels safe to be themselves.

Be unique, be exceptional, and help us make a difference at Finastra