Lead Business Analyst

Job Description: Core Banking Business Analyst Position Overview: Lead Business Analyst will play a pivotal role in the end-to-end implementation of core banking systems across LATAM banking institutions. This includes leading AS-IS vs TO-BE documentation, Conduct gap analysis and validate target operating models, Document business flows, integration touchpoints, and testing scope , Maintain RACI matrices and ensure sign-offs at each stage ,supporting agile delivery, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful transformation, cloud migration, and data integration. Required Skills & Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Information Technology, or a related field. Experience: 15 years of experience as a BA, with at least 8 years working in the banking or financial services industry. Proven work experience in Core banking Transformation/Migration and Upgrade projects Proven work experience in Analysis of Legacy core banking systems and mapping Legacy products with new age core banking systems Solid experience with any of the core banking platforms such as Temenos, Finacle, FIS Products ,Signature or Oracle FLEXCUBE. Knowledge of banking operations and processes, including retail banking-Deposits, Lending, Payments, Channels, Teller and customer onboarding. Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall). Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of business analysis frameworks and best practices. Ability to create detailed business and functional documentation. Proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Excel, Visio, JIRA, and Confluence. Soft Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels. Bilingual Spanish and English Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. High attention to detail and organizational skills. Preferred Skills: Experience with data migration projects and digital transformation initiatives. Knowledge of regulatory compliance in banking, such as PCI-DSS, KYC, and AML. Certification in business analysis (CBAP, PMI-PBA) or Agile methodologies (Scrum Master, Product Owner) is a plus. Tool expertise for designing business work flows. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, analytically minded professional who enjoys bridging the gap between business needs and technical solutions in the banking industry. Key Responsibilities: Requirements Gathering: Work with business stakeholders, end-users, and IT teams to gather, analyze, and document business requirements for core banking projects. Business Process Analysis: Analyze current banking processes, workflows, and systems to identify opportunities for optimization, improvement, and automation. Documentation: Create comprehensive business requirement documents (BRD), functional specifications, and use cases for core banking features, enhancements, and integrations. Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as a liaison between business users, development teams, and external vendors to ensure alignment between business needs and technical solutions. System Enhancements: Work with technical teams to design, test, and implement system enhancements, ensuring they meet business objectives and regulatory requirements. Testing & Validation: Collaborate with quality assurance (QA) teams to develop test plans, support user acceptance testing (UAT), and ensure that delivered solutions meet the defined requirements. Change Management: Assist in managing changes to core banking systems, including impact analysis, risk assessment, and communication of changes to relevant stakeholders. Project Support: Provide support to project managers in defining project scope, timelines, and deliverables. Track and monitor progress against business requirements. Reporting & Analytics: Assist in generating reports, dashboards, and analysis to support business decision-making and monitor the performance of core banking systems. Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure that business processes and system changes comply with regulatory requirements and risk management protocols, including banking standards (e.g., PCI-DSS, GDPR).

Location: Mexico City, Mexico, MX

Posted Date: 9/6/2025