Business Analyst

Our client, a leading organization in the financial services sector, is on a mission to drive operational excellence and deliver unparalleled service to its customers. They are seeking passionate and detail-oriented individuals to join their dynamic team and contribute to significant process improvements and operational support initiatives. This is an incredible opportunity to make a tangible impact, shaping the efficiency and effectiveness of critical business functions within a thriving and forward-thinking environment.

**About the Role:**

We are thrilled to partner with a prominent financial services organization that is dedicated to innovation and customer satisfaction. They are looking for a highly motivated individual to join their team and play a pivotal role in enhancing business operations. In this position, you will be at the heart of operational efficiency, driving process improvements, and ensuring seamless coordination across vital systems. Your analytical prowess and collaborative spirit will directly contribute to optimizing key functions, from lending to customer service, making a significant difference in how the organization serves its clientele. This role offers a fantastic platform to lead impactful projects, refine critical processes, and collaborate with diverse teams to resolve complex challenges, ultimately contributing to the company's strategic goals and operational success.

**Key Responsibilities:**

* Analyze diverse business requests spanning origination, lending, payments, collections, and customer interaction operations.

* Draft comprehensive business requirements and documentation to guide development and implementation.

* Lead and actively support small to medium-sized projects from conception to completion.

* Map current business processes and identify opportunities for improvement and optimization.

* Analyze existing reports and update them to reflect current business needs and data accuracy.

* Facilitate productive meetings and meticulously document discussions and action items.

* Perform essential data entry, validation, and in-depth analysis to support business decisions.

* Investigate and effectively resolve production issues through collaboration with cross-functional teams.

* Collaborate on process updates, meticulously assessing and communicating downstream impacts to stakeholders.

* Provide essential operational support for various business centers.

* Coordinate, test, and analyze production systems to ensure optimal performance.

* Drive process improvement initiatives across the department, fostering efficiency and innovation.

**Must-Have Qualifications:**

* Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.

* 1-3 years of relevant work experience, preferably within financial services.

* Demonstrated strong attention to detail, exceptional organizational skills, and clear communication abilities.

* Proficiency in standard office productivity software.

* Proven experience working effectively in team environments and interacting with all levels of management.

**Nice-to-Have Qualifications:**

* A collaborative spirit combined with the ability to work independently.

* Strong time management skills and a track record of meeting deadlines.

* Excellent communication skills, including responsiveness via chat/email and proactive feedback.

* A critical thinker and problem solver with a strong customer-focused mindset.

* Familiarity with financial services, lending systems, and automotive leasing concepts.

The target hiring compensation range for this role is up to $35/hour.

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