Sr. Business Analyst- Capital Market, Banking & Finance, Global Consulting

Senior Business Analyst – Capital Markets

Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid)

Practice: Banking & Financial Services, Global Consulting

About the Role

As a Senior Business Analyst, you will make an impact by driving strategic transformation initiatives across Capital Markets clients. You will be a valued member of our Banking & Financial Services practice and work collaboratively with business and technology stakeholders to deliver high-impact solutions.

What You Will Accomplish

· Lead and facilitate requirements gathering sessions with cross-functional teams.

· Analyze trade lifecycle processes and perform data gap assessments.

· Define target state processes and develop functional specifications, data mapping, and reporting logic.

· Provide technical guidance to development and QA teams to ensure accurate implementation.

· Act as a subject matter expert across asset classes including derivatives, Fixed Income, Cash, Securities Lending, and Repos.

· Support consulting assessments such as current vs. target state analysis and process optimization.

· Coordinate UAT, assist with production implementation, and support user training and documentation.

· Communicate requirements, status updates, and project issues clearly to stakeholders.

· Operate effectively within Agile delivery frameworks.

What You Must Have to Be Considered

· Minimum 8+ years of experience in Capital Markets or Investment Banking.

· Strong understanding of trade lifecycle and asset classes, especially Fixed Income, Cash, Securities Lending, and Repos.

· Proven experience in systems implementation, data mapping, and re-engineering.

· Experience as a Lead Business Analyst, Product Owner, or Project Manager.

· Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and analytical skills.

· Ability to quickly learn and apply new concepts.

These Will Help You Succeed

· Embodiment of the Cognizant Way to Lead: Leading Self, Leading Others, & Leading the Business.

· Alignment with Cognizant’s Values: Work as One, Dare to Innovate, Raise the Bar, Do the Right Thing, & Own It.

· Passion for consulting and process improvement.

· Strategic mindset and ability to influence outcomes.

Work Authorization

Cognizant will only consider applicants who are legally authorized to work in Canada without sponsorship.