The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s/applicant’s qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available.

Our client is seeking a Business Analyst in Vienna, VA

Role Description

To compile, research, analyze, and document data, requirements, workflow / processes, and functionality within Real Estate Lending. Work within Real Estate Lending to understand needs related to IT systems. Use expert knowledge of technology infrastructure and applications to assist the business in implementing a strategic vision through technology. Considered a key contributor on complex systems projects and project teams. To exercise expert technical knowledge of all phases of applications systems analysis.

• Evaluate operational efficiency and effectiveness
• Analyze information, requirements, data, work quality, work methods, processes, service specific practices, standards and metrics/statistics
• Uses elicitation techniques to gather information at the right level of detail and scope to represent all of the stakeholder's needs
• Analyze, define and document technical design for data, workflow, logical processes,
hardware and operating systems environment, interface with other systems, internal and external controls and output
• Identifying business requirements (e.g., needs, objectives, functions, features, input and output)
• Develop, recommend and document adjustments to workflow to streamline processes
• Develop and maintain an understanding of relevant industry standards, best practices, business processes and technology used within related business areas to ensure compliance with policy, vendor contractual requirements, procedures, processes and standards
• Involved in cross-organizational task groups concerning new automated systems, products and/or services
• Interact with other IT staff, business units (end users) in problem resolution efforts
• Partner with other business units and vendors to improve procedures, resolve problems, and implement initiatives; presents conclusions and recommendations to management
• Identify and communicate key responsibilities and practices, evaluate results, and provide leadership and guidance to ensure successful implementation of business unit projects
• Lead project teams; assure quality, consistent performance; meet schedules and/or resolve highly technical and complex problems
• Interpret results of analysis; present recommendations, alternatives and implications
• Serve as resource for the resolution of complex and/or unique problems
• Lead, guide and mentor less experienced staff
• Write requirements and define editorial workflow for business owner projects
• Develop and oversee project plans and roadmaps that outline preventative and corrective actions necessary to remediate control deficiencies, maximizing effectiveness and mitigating future exposure
• Ensure preventative, detective, and corrective controls are properly identified and
documented
• Apply and communicate changes and new trends in systems/technology
• Represent the business unit in identifying, analyzing and communicating system solutions
• Conduct root cause analysis to identify development opportunities and recommend
applicable business solutions
• Research emerging technologies and recommend solutions that align with business goals
• Collaborate with key partners in development and delivery of solutions
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills & Requirements

• Extensive experience in problem resolution including determining root cause, scope and scale of issues
• Extensive experience in the application of statistical methods, mathematical techniques, forecasting, cost-benefit analysis and related analytical tools
• Extensive experience in leading collaborative work teams
• Significant in leading large projects/initiatives which have business risk and impact
• Extensive experience in managing multiple priorities independently and/or in a team
environment to achieve goals
• Expert knowledge of data querying, reporting, forecasting, analysis and operations research, including statistical methods and modeling
• Experience in leading, guiding and coaching professional staff
• Extensive experience that demonstrates the ability to research, compile, and document data, business processes, and workflow
• Extensive experience in market/consumer research, project management, and analysis in support of strategic planning initiatives
• Expert research, analytical, and problem solving skills
• Expert organizational, planning and time management skills
• Expert skill following, interpreting and applying relevant data/instructions to guidelines, procedures, practices and regulations
• Expert skill interpreting and synthesizing large amounts of information
• Expert verbal and written communication skills
• Expert word processing and spreadsheet software skills
• Expert database and presentation software skills
• Expert skill identifying and analyzing business requirements and recommending solutions
• Master's Degree in a related field, or the equivalent combination of training, education and experience
• Experience using cost-benefit analysis and other analytical type tools
• Knowledge in data queries, reporting, forecasting, analysis and statistical methods and models
• 7-10 years experience
• Financial industry experience desired

Benefits/Other Compensation

This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there’s a position you really want, you’re fully prepared to get it.

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Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays’ guiding principles is ‘do the right thing’.
We also believe that actions speak louder than words.
In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.

In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text 813.336.5570.

Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information.

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