eFX Business Consultant

at  BMO Financial Group

100 King Street West Toronto Ontario,M5X 1A1
BMO eFX, with a focus on innovation and technology, provides cutting-edge platforms and services to clients worldwide, empowering them to execute foreign exchange transactions efficiently and securely.
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced EFX Business Consultant/Business Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders and clients to understand business requirements, analyze workflows, and develop tailored EFX trading solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in foreign exchange markets, along with expertise in business analysis and consultancy.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with stakeholders to gather and document business requirements for EFX trading solutions.
• Conduct thorough analysis of workflows, identifying areas for optimization and enhancement.
• Collaborate with internal development teams to translate business requirements into technical specifications.
• Participate in the design, testing, and implementation of EFX trading platforms and features.
• Provide ongoing support to clients, troubleshooting issues and ensuring smooth operation of EFX systems.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in electronic foreign exchange trading.
• Supports the Request for Information (RFI) or Request for Proposal (RFP) with vendors if required.
• Works with project stakeholders to validate their requirements and analysis models via techniques such as reviews and walkthroughs.
• Ensures system specifications meet expectations/requirements, and negotiates solutions.
• Interprets data, analyzes results using statistical techniques and provide ongoing reports.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Typically between 5 - 7 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study (Finance, Computer Science etc.) or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5-7 years of experience in Capital Markets, FX, and/or eTrading.
• Possesses analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrates applied knowledge of one or more analysis and problem decomposition technique.
• Understands complete Software Development Life Cycle and can apply the applicable portions of the ‘Feasibility,’ ‘Requirements,” and ‘Analysis’ phases.
• Demonstrates writing and documentation skills.
• Understands and can explain to others the core processes involved in their area of support.
• Deep knowledge and technical proficiency gained through extensive education and business experience.
• Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth.
• Collaboration & team skills - In-depth.
• Analytical and problem solving skills - In-depth.
• Influence skills - In-depth.
• Data driven decision making - In-depth.

• Work closely with stakeholders to gather and document business requirements for EFX trading solutions.
• Conduct thorough analysis of workflows, identifying areas for optimization and enhancement.
• Collaborate with internal development teams to translate business requirements into technical specifications.
• Participate in the design, testing, and implementation of EFX trading platforms and features.
• Provide ongoing support to clients, troubleshooting issues and ensuring smooth operation of EFX systems.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in electronic foreign exchange trading.
• Supports the Request for Information (RFI) or Request for Proposal (RFP) with vendors if required.
• Works with project stakeholders to validate their requirements and analysis models via techniques such as reviews and walkthroughs.
• Ensures system specifications meet expectations/requirements, and negotiates solutions.
• Interprets data, analyzes results using statistical techniques and provide ongoing reports