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Technical Specialist Advisory, Market Risk

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Scotiabank

Jul 5

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Banking & Finance
  • Toronto

Requirements

  • Minimum Qualifications:
  • Experience working across multiple teams and functions to ensure alignment.
  • 3+ years practical experience in capital markets.
  • Minimum 3 years’ working knowledge of databases such as SQL Server, with ability to create and run queries independently.
  • Experience working with all phases of SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle).
  • Proficient with Unix Tools, shell scripting (Bash, Perl, Python, etc.), SQL queries, PL/SQL, and SQL Loader - or equivalent
  • Ability to adapt quickly to new processes and standards, with a strong commitment to providing exceptional customer service.
  • Proven ability to translate business requirements into technical specifications and deliver working results.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • A recognized undergraduate degree or diploma in business administration, computer science or related field required.
  • Excellent working experience of Microsoft suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • An understanding of the Bank’s application system and software from a business/technical viewpoint is required to assess the impact of development and/or changes to the overall data processing environment).
  • Experience managing projects that span change in front, middle or back-office systems and teams.
  • Experience with but not limited to PL/SQL, SQL Loader, UNIX Tools, shell scripting (Bash, Perl, Python), JAVA, XML, HTML, is an asset.

Responsibilities

  • As part of the role, you’ll
  • Demonstrate an informed knowledge of business functions to resolve problems and capitalize on improvement opportunities.
  • Ensure business specifications/requirements documentation is accurately prepared and comprehensive to support sizing/development efforts and as input to various project documentation.
  • Develop and deliver Business Requirements Documents, Design Documents, Use Cases, and Process Models as required.
  • Participate in the development of detailed project plans, the monitoring of progress against planned objectives, the financial review, and securing consensus and co-operation from users and senior management.
  • Work closely across GBME technology teams during all stages of the system development life cycle and bridge the gap between business and technology sides of the solution.
  • Liaising between the business community and the IT organization to provide technical solutions that meet user needs.
  • Build relationships and communicate effectively with colleagues in Global regions.
  • Support production issues and handle escalations during Release cycles as needed.
  • Perform ad hoc work as needed

FAQs

What is the primary role of a Technical Specialist Advisory in Market Risk?

The primary role involves liaising between business stakeholders and internal engineering and architect teams to ensure that solutions are developed and delivered on time, efficiently, and with high quality for various projects within GBME.

What kind of teams will I be working with as a Technical Specialist Advisory?

You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineers, solutions architects, and business teams, to develop and implement scalable market-leading solutions.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A recognized undergraduate degree or diploma in business administration, computer science, or a related field is required, along with 3+ years of practical experience in capital markets and a working knowledge of databases such as SQL Server.

How much experience in the capital markets sector is needed for this role?

A minimum of 3 years of practical experience in capital markets is required.

What specific technical skills are necessary for the role?

You should have a minimum of 3 years’ working knowledge with SQL Server, experience with all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), and proficiency in Unix tools, shell scripting (Bash, Perl, Python), SQL queries, PL/SQL, and SQL Loader.

Will I need to handle production issues?

Yes, you will support production issues and handle escalations during release cycles as needed.

What documentation will I be responsible for preparing?

You will develop and deliver Business Requirements Documents, Design Documents, Use Cases, and Process Models as required to support the projects.

What experience with project management is considered beneficial?

Experience managing projects that span changes in front, middle, or back-office systems and teams is preferred.

What soft skills are important for the Technical Specialist Advisory role?

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication skills, and the ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with colleagues in global regions are important.

Is experience with scripting languages an asset?

Yes, experience with PL/SQL, SQL Loader, Unix tools, shell scripting (Bash, Perl, Python), JAVA, XML, and HTML is considered an asset.

What is expected regarding customer service in this role?

There is a strong commitment to providing exceptional customer service, and the ability to adapt quickly to new processes and standards is crucial.

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