Description: A business Analyst is required for a Top Financial Services Company based in Cork. This is a permanent role.

The Job:
The role of the business analyst is to support the business in defining business requirements, analysing and documenting these for both the business and other key stakeholders within IT. The business analyst may be required to work on a number of projects at the same time, depending on project size and complexity. The job involves supporting the project from inception through the various stages of the software development lifecycle and on to production implementation.

Reporting to the IT Solutions Manager the successful candidate/ BA will

• Interpret accurately and contribute to the requirements as presented by the business
• Analyse existing and “to be” system functionality
• Adhere to IT Project Methodology and standards
• Project lead developments from requirements to implementation
• Co-ordinate various group project activities
• Assist in the production of business cases
• Work with a team to ensure quality assurance
• Take ownership and responsibility for the tasks assigned to them
• Set and adhere to challenging deadlines
• Be familiar with all aspects of a development lifecycle

The Person:
The ideal candidate will ideally have experience in Business / Systems Analysis and project management. They will also possess the following skills and knowledge:

• An ability to learn and understand complex business processes
• A positive and favourable approach to change
• An ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines on their own initiative in a demanding environment
• An ability to demonstrate an organised and systematic approach to work
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• An ability to work with others building and maintaining strong professional relationships
• Understanding of emerging technologies and systems including mainframe, PC, Web, Mobile applications, databases & environments
• Strong PC skills with a knowledge of MS Office products
• A formal business analysis qualification (e.g. PRINCE, ISEB Business analysis) whilst not mandatory, would be a distinct advantage

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on new and exciting projects in Smart Phone Mobile apps.

Please forward an updated CV to Nollaig@eolas.ie for further information

Description: My Dublin City Centre Financial Services client currently requires an experienced Business Process Analyst with experience of Transfer Agency to join their expanding team.

SUMMARY
• Analyzes operations procedures, processes, and problems to identify areas for automation or improved workflow.
• Reviews workflow to evaluate effectiveness and proposes system changes to improve productivity.
• Interacts with staff in analyzing existing operational procedures and interpreting how client needs can be better met.
• Details client and business requirements for management approval.
• Works as part of the project team to design, UAT and roll out projects.
• Supplies operational support to users for new and existing systems.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Reviews existing procedures, processes, and problems and recommends where automation or improved processes can be implemented.
• Investigates and identifies root causes of errors.
• Re-engineers processes to ensure that client needs are met and efficient processes are in place.
• Interacts with staff in systems and operations to formulate and implement solutions to improve processing.
• Determines business requirements. Prepares feasibility and cost effectiveness proposals for the docket meetings
• Helps management priorties workload to meet urgent client requests and emergency fixes and longer term solutions
• Creates and writes procedures for manual workflow or system changes for the work area.
• Coordinates testing of new systems and system modifications in accordance with NT’s SDLC Policy.
• Writes proposals for system changes/enhancements. Implements new efficiencies to improve accuracy and timeliness and reduce costs.
• Works on the implementing of tactical solutions and looks to insure the company strategic goals are being followed in line with Northern Trust project frontier.
• Coordinates work station set up, selecting appropriate technology.
• Instructs staff on new system procedures.
• Provides technical support for system exception processing for staff in an area.

SKILLS / EXPERIENCE
• Knowledge of transfer agency system capabilities, preferably QFAS or Multifonds.
• A working knowledge of SWIFT and/or exposure to Web based technology would be advantageous but not critical.
• Knowledge of system capabilities, usually obtained through formal training or experience with PC or mainframe applications, is required to assess automation possibilities.
• Strong knowledge of Fund Administration with particular emphasis on the Transfer Agency.
• Advanced analytical skills at Business and Project level.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Can work methodically and on own initiative

Description: Agile Tester required with company based in the City Centre
Suitable candidates must have a strong FX trading background.
Candidates should have the following level of experience
-3 years min experience working preferably in a mix of organisations and preferably in FX or Banking
-Followed structured testing methodologies
-Ability to estimate and prioritise software test activities
-Write test plans, test cases and execute them on complex multi tiered systems
-Strong experience of all aspects of Software Testing activities including :
1.Non functional testing
2.Performance,
3.Boundary and negative testing
4.Regression Testing
5.Smoke Testing
-Practical knowledge of automated testing frameworks
-Experience of exploratory testing.
-Very good skills documenting and organising the deliverables
-Use test tools or write own test scripts (Perl, Bash, etc.) and to write simple SQL queries.
-Good knowledge of XML and how to test Web Services
-Some experience working with Web and Flex
-Good command of Linux/Unix.
-Able to liaise efficiently with Business Analyst, Developers, System Engineer, Project Manager
-Familiar with User acceptance Testing (UAT) as if external client
-Good working knowledge of English
This is a permanent position offering attractive salary and benefits. There will be some European travel involved in the role. Apply now for more details.

Description: Business Analyst with Credit Card experience required for Financial Services Client based in Dublin.
The ideal candidate will have a detailed knowledge of Credit Card Applications.
A working knowledge of other Retail Banking Applications would also be desirable.
They will be experienced in Business / Systems analysis and formal project management skills.
They will also have:
- A proven track record of successfully implementing projects.
- An ability to learn and understand complex business processes
- Capability to work on their own initiative in a demanding environment

Reporting to the Business Analysis Manager,

the successful candidate will be expected to:
- Design solutions that best support proposed business requirements.
- Adhere to IT Project Methodology & Standards.
- Project Manage developments from requirements to implementation
- Co-ordinate various group project activities.
- Develop, monitor, and report on the progress of projects.
- Assist in the implementation of a testing strategy.

Apply now for more details on the role.

Description: Web tester required for Top Financial Services Company based in Cork.
The Job:
Primarily involves testing new software developments ensuring delivery of the functionality according to the business requirements.

Reporting to the Testing Manager, the successful candidate will be expected to:
• Understand the purpose and requirements of new system developments.
• Contribute to overall project plans and develop suitable test strategies.
• Cross skill with colleagues across all area’s of testing.
• Translate the business requirements into the creation of appropriate test plans.
• Test the new development to ensure the release is free from defects.
• Adhere to standards and procedures.
• Sign off the test results for transfer to the production environment.
• Deliver on multiple projects concurrently and move between technologies.

The Person:
The ideal candidate will have experience with Testing Web / Smartphone technologies and have an understanding of business and IT systems, as well as the following knowledge and experience:

• Proven experience in Software Testing
• Formal Certification in Testing through ISEB or ISTQB
• An ability to learn and understand complex business processes
• The capability to work on their own initiative in a demanding environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A desire to develop their IT competency through training and education
This is an excellent opportunity to be involved in the latest technologies in Smart phone Web Testing.

Apply now to Nollaig@eolas.ie for full details. I am a preferred supplier with the Client!