associate Business AnalystIQ-EQ

Company Description
IQ-EQ is a leading Investor Services group which combines global expertise with an unwavering focus on client service delivery. We support fund managers, global companies, family offices and private clients operating worldwide.
Job Description
The Associate Business Analyst will be a critical role under the Business Analysis and Continuous Improvement team in terms of gathering data and information needed for analysis to provide valuable management insights and identify improvement opportunities in the different processes within the Shared Services. This role will be involved in business analysis planning and monitoring, elicitation and collaboration, requirements life cycle management, strategy analysis, requirements analysis, and design definition, and solution evaluation.
Responsibilities (how we will measure success)
Obtain an understanding of the processes relevant to the Shared Services and identify opportunities for improvement.
Perform data gathering and analysis to provide valuable management insights when required.
Assist in the implementation of process improvement initiatives in terms of business analysis perspective.
Act as a subject matter expert in terms of process improvement methodologies and concepts and share knowledge with the rest of the Shared Services through the conduct of training and workshops.
Tasks (what does the role do on a day-to-day basis)
Data Gathering & Business Analysis
Support related activities to gather data and analyse the current processes and metrics to review and propose improvements that will drive efficiencies without impacting or reducing controls in the business.
Conduct the necessary research to understand best practices and emerging trends to enrich solution ideation activities
Communicate between/with business managers and users to understand and document business requirements across affected business areas;
Develop process improvement procedures to improve operational efficiency.
Solution Ideation
Participate in gap analysis exercises for new implementations
Work with the operations team to prioritize and implement process change requirements based on the operational needs of the business
Develop and curate the necessary process and knowledge assets in aid of analysis or as part of solution activities
Participate in the ideation of process, product, or technical changes to improve user experience, client service levels, and or efficiencies, including improvement, or automation
Engagement Management Support & Project Coordination
Prepare communication plans, and draft communication materials for distribution to multiple stakeholders across the group.
Coordinate trainings and workshops (including set up training material)
Manage reporting to ensure business and management are aware of progress and pipeline.
Document and coordinate related activities, facilitate discussions and ensure that planned actions are being carried on to ensure that efficient initiatives are to be delivered based on agreed plans
Qualifications
Must have:
Degree in Industrial Engineering, Management Information Systems, Business, and Finance & Accounting Related Courses.
2 to 4 years of proven track record on Process Improvement, Change Management, and/or Technology Implementation projects.
Effective communication skills to all levels of the organization.
Understanding of Methodologies and Tools to effectively conduct business analysis work and deliver change initiatives paired with the proper judgment of finding the right balance between being pragmatic and fully subscribing to established analysis frameworks.
Experience in documenting and validating requirements for process improvements.
Collaboration and influencing skills to ensure the buy-in of others across the business.
In-depth experience in using Excel.
Nice to have:
Experience working with Microsoft Visio.
Lean/ 6 Sigma qualification (preferred).
Prior experience with automation projects is an advantage.
Accuracy, attention to detail, and constant focus on quality.
Equally able to communicate with both business and technical departments.
Proactive, independent, accurate, flexible, and customer-oriented.
Analytical skills to break down a problem and determine the right solution.
Additional Information
At IQ-EQ we want you to reach your full potential. We offer an inclusive and diverse environment to support your career aspirations. With a strong emphasis on continuous learning and a holistic approach to your professional and personal development. We also offer opportunities across our service lines and our international network of offices.
IQ-EQ

Pasig City, Metro Manila
Permanent
Full-time