Calypso Systems Analyst

Job#:
Job Description:
Calypso Systems Analyst
Start date:
Immediately

Duration:
6 months (Possibility for extension or conversion)

Working hours:
9AM-5PM

Working Location:
Downtown Toronto [hybrid schedule in office 2 day a week; Monday and a floating day]

Our client's business unit supports all project delivery activities for Capital Markets Middle Office and Derivative Operations teams for both systems and process improvements. The incumbent will work with multiple Capital Markets and technology business partner from middle and back offices to support several derivative product groups throughout the line of business . They will globally support the development and implementation of strategic directives, new business opportunities, product initiatives, and service developments for the Derivative Operations areas of the business. The successful candidate will be expected to be able to work independently and must have hands on experience with Calypso configuration.

Responsibilities:

• Identifies the Calypso business needs for new and enhanced products, services, and business processes, clarifies technology and process requirements to identify gaps
• Act as Project Delivery's lead representative for Capital Markets Middle Office and Derivative Operations in the management of day-to-day Calypso business issues
• Capture, analyze, and document Calypso business requirements to ensure the quality of the output, as well as provide direction for business stakeholders
• Create, implement, and execute Calypso User Acceptance Testing (UAT) plans, and recommend actions related to the results.
• For large, complex problems, facilitate large group requirements gathering sessions with stakeholders from different LOBs to ensure that all impacted parties have an opportunity to express their needs.
• Builds, sustains, and leverages relationships and people networks across business functions, business partners, and external organizations to ensure a cooperative and productive environment.
• Provides consultancy, collaborates with business partners and provides advice to business partners on system automation, usability of technology and supports for process improvements
• Creates presentations tracking status updates for their portfolio of projects, hot topics and strategic developments including but not limited to senior management updates or presentations
• Represent Global Product Operations and/or Capital Markets middle office on projects and initiatives to provide business-specific context, information and analysis on proposed changes. Initiatives may include the development and implementation of new/ revised products, new systems or enhancements, new/ revised processes in support of internal efficiencies and industry regulatory changes.

Key Qualifications:

• Must 2-5 years of configuration and/or operational experience with Calypso
• Demonstrates advanced relationship management, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Is proactive, independent, has high energy, and a, "step-up and do it," attitude
• Is able to manage change and cope with complex and ambiguous situations
• Solid problem solving and analytical skills
• Advanced presentation creation and delivery skills to management stakeholders
• Possesses advanced influencing and negotiating skills
• Ability to learn new skills, talents and knowledge quickly
• Is capable of managing 5 deliverable tasks or more at a time with verifying priorities
• Accounting or Operations experience in a capital markets area is an asset
• Possesses a university degree and 5+ years progressive business analysis/operations support, supporting enterprise-wide projects
• Possesses advanced business knowledge in the Product Operations or Trading Products areas of Capital markets
• Advanced knowledge of project management and system development life cycle
• Is experienced in practical application development and/or client solution delivery
• Is familiar with business assessment tools (e.g., feasibility studies, requirements documentation, workflow diagrams, and current state analysis/needs assessments)
• Understands and is familiar with the application of techniques associated with process modeling and data modeling
• Strong knowledge of and experience working with Derivative Operations and/or Capital Markets Middle Office
• Holding or in pursuit of designations such as MBA/CFA/CBAP/PMP/FRM/DMS are a strong positive.
• Working Knowledge of Calypso is a must

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Apex Benefits Overview:
Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview:
Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

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