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Mercer

11d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Data
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Dublin
    Remote

AI generated summary

  • You need relevant BA experience, attention to detail, strong communication, teamwork skills, and the ability to influence at all levels. Understanding of investment management is a plus.
  • You will communicate with stakeholders, translate needs between teams, manage vendor relationships, prepare proposals, identify project risks, and collaborate with architects on business and technology requirements.

Requirements

  • What you need to have:
  • Relevant BA experience
  • Strong attention to detail
  • A collaborative and inclusive approach, with the ability to engage and influence at all levels, both internally and externally
  • Good team worker, as deliverables will involve working with colleagues in multiple areas of the business and across different countries
  • Good communication skills to ensure issues clearly identified and explained to various interested parties
  • What makes you stand out:
  • Deep understanding of front office investment management activities, ideally within a multi asset class environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with internal and external clients at all levels
  • Excellent analytical skills with a keen attention to detail, thinking outside of the box
  • Ability to accurately identify, document and recommend innovative solutions to complex business problems
  • Ability to apply industry best practices
  • Strong ability to document processes, understanding workflows and translating those into requirements.

Responsibilities

  • - Communicate effectively with stakeholders from across the front office investment teams to identify their needs and evaluate solutions.
  • - Operate as a translation conduit between front office investment teams and data & technology teams / external vendors.
  • - Work closely with the vendors to ensure the front office investment team requirement's are met.
  • - Work effectively in mixed teams of internal, vendor and third party consultancies.
  • - Prepare proposals and recommendations that facilitate the decision making on scope, priority, solution selection and implementation.
  • - Identify and manage the risks that may affect the completion of projects, detect unstated assumptions and escalate where appropriate.
  • - Work closely with business architect colleagues, providing translation between business needs and technology requirements where required.

FAQs

What is the role of the Business Analyst (Investments)?

The Business Analyst will support the front office Outsourced Chief Investment Officer (OCIO) investment team by articulating requirements, processes, and future workflows while acting as a conduit between multiple stakeholders, including investment management teams and technology partners.

What areas are the Business Analysts expected to focus on?

There are two primary areas of focus: Front Office Implementation, ensuring investment outcomes are captured efficiently, and Multi-Asset Class Portfolio Construction and Model Management, which includes defining detailed needs for portfolio construction.

What are the key responsibilities of the Business Analyst?

Key responsibilities include communicating with stakeholders, translating requirements between different teams, working closely with vendors, preparing proposals, managing risks, and collaborating with business architects on technology needs.

What qualifications are necessary for this position?

The position requires relevant Business Analyst experience, strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and a collaborative approach to engaging with various stakeholders.

What specific skills make a candidate stand out?

Candidates who possess a deep understanding of front office investment management in a multi-asset class environment, strong analytical skills, and the ability to document processes and workflows effectively will stand out.

Are there any specific benefits offered to employees?

Yes, benefits include a competitive salary with annual reviews, up to a 12% pension contribution, full healthcare coverage, study support, flexible working hours, paid leave, and various optional perks like travel tickets and subsidized canteen services.

Is this position contract-based?

Yes, this position is offered on a contract basis.

What types of stakeholders will the Business Analyst interact with?

The Business Analyst will interact with stakeholders from front office investment teams, data and technology teams, external vendors, and third-party consultancies.

Can you tell me more about Mercer's Investments business?

Mercer's Investments business provides investment consulting and solutions globally, managing over $150 billion in client assets and serving a diverse range of institutional clients, including pension funds and insurance companies.

Does Mercer have a commitment to diversity and inclusion?

Yes, Mercer embraces a culture that celebrates and promotes diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and identities, ensuring that everyone feels empowered to bring their whole selves to work.

Mercer

Preparing you for the future of work. Improving health and well-being. Reshaping retirement and investment outcomes

Consulting
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1945
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Mercer is a global consulting firm that specializes in providing human resources, benefits, and investment-related services to organisations. They offer a wide range of consulting solutions in areas such as talent management, compensation and benefits, retirement planning, and investment advice. Mercer's ultimate mission is to help organisations and individuals achieve better health, wealth, and career outcomes. Their purpose lies in delivering personalised and data-driven solutions that address the evolving challenges in the workplace, improve employee well-being, and optimise organisational performance. By leveraging their expertise in human capital, health, and wealth management, Mercer aims to empower businesses to make informed decisions, attract and retain top talent, and create sustainable and thriving work environments. Additionally, they strive to assist individuals in making informed financial decisions to secure their financial future and retirement. Through their consulting services and research-driven insights, Mercer seeks to shape the future of work, promote employee well-being, and drive positive change in the world of work and benefits.

Benefits

  • Paid vacation and holidays

  • Life insurance

  • Legal assistance

  • Health club discounts