Core Banking Business Analyst

We are seeking a Core Banking Business Analyst to support a core banking transformation initiative for a credit union in the Midwest. This role will focus on requirement gathering, stakeholder engagement, and solution validation for the implementation and optimization of a new core banking system. The analyst will work cross-functionally with business users, IT teams, and vendors to ensure the success of this critical transformation project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with stakeholders to gather, document, and validate business and technical requirements related to the core banking platform.
• Analyze existing workflows, identify gaps, and define solutions that align with the transformation goals.
• Collaborate with vendor and internal teams to translate requirements into functional specifications.
• Support testing, change management, and training efforts throughout the implementation lifecycle.
• Facilitate communication between business and technology teams to ensure alignment and transparency.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation and support project governance activities.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience as a Business Analyst within the financial services or banking industry.
• Experience working with core banking systems (e.g., FIS, Temenos, Finastra, Jack Henry, or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of banking products and operational processes.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in core banking transformations or new system implementations.
• Knowledge of project lifecycle methodologies such as Agile or Waterfall.
• Familiarity with compliance, regulatory reporting, and data migration best practices.

Work Arrangement:

Fully Remote

Location:

Midwest (Client HQ)

Contract Details:

• 12-month contract
• Competitive rate: Dependent on Experience (DOE)
• Start Date: April 1, 2025