Senior System Analyst
Job Summary
We are hiring a Senior System Analyst to support AML/KYC systems and deliver technology solutions across banking operations. The role involves requirements analysis, system design, testing support, and bridging the gap between business units and technology teams. We are looking for candidates with strong analytical skills and relevant experience in financial institutions.
Responsibilities
- Requirements analysis and translation into system specifications
- Design and document systems according to methodology
- Collaborate with business units and tech teams
- Conduct SIT and support UAT
- Train stakeholders on system usage
Required Skills
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field
- 6+ years experience in a Financial Institution
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of AML/KYC systems is a plus
Job Details
Key Responsibilities
Primary work comprises requirements analysis and translating them into system specifications, mapping design and solutions, conducting SIT, supporting UAT and supporting post-implementation.
Design and document system in accordance with the company's Systems Development Methodology - e.g., Functional Specifications, Design Specifications, SIT Scripts, etc.
Work closely with Business Units, users and technology teams to understand requirements, analyse business processes, identify gaps and solutions.
Collaborate with Functional Business Analysts and technical teams to design and help implement enhancements, new features, and address and fix current issues.
Facilitate communication between stakeholders when necessary and track progress on action items.
Instruct colleagues and key stakeholders on how to use the system through demos, training programs and documents.
Required Skills & Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field.
At least 6 years' relevant experience, preferably in a Financial Institution.
Analytical skills: able to analyse data, requirements and gaps to review and identify areas for improvements and solutions.
Attention to detail: able to identify potential errors, discrepancies and problem areas.
Good communicator: strong written and verbal communication skills; able to explain complex terminology in layman's terms.
Interpersonal skills: able to build good working relationships with various stakeholders; patient and active listener.
Time management: able to manage time effectively to meet deadlines.
Proactive and team player: can actively track deliverables and collaborate with colleagues when needed.
Advanced MS Office knowledge - PowerPoint for presentations, Word for documentation, Excel for data analysis/computing.
Strong documentation writing skills and presentation ability.
Know-how in new system development or project implementation environments.
Good to have: exposure to KYC/AML systems, regulatory compliance platforms, or risk management/workflow automation.
Good to have: exposure to AML/KYC-specific systems such as transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, or RegTech platforms (e.g., NICE Actimize, SAS AML, Verafin).