As a Business Analyst within THE BANK's Wholesale Banking division, you
will play a pivotal role in driving the bank's digital transformation and enhancing the value
delivered to our clients. You will collaborate with business stakeholders, technology teams,
and external partners to analyze, design, and implement solutions that optimize wholesale
banking products and services, including corporate lending, trade finance, cash
management, and treasury
Responsibilities
Requirements Gathering & Analysis: Engage with business units and subject matter
experts to elicit, document, and validate business and functional requirements for
wholesale banking initiatives, ensuring alignment with THE BANK's digital strategy and
customer-centric values.
Process Optimization & Documentation: Analyze and map current business processes,
identifying opportunities for automation, digitalization, and improved efficiency. Develop
clear process documentation, data mapping, and business requirement specifications.
Solution Design & Implementation: Work closely with IT and product teams to design and
implement innovative solutions that enhance client experience and operational
effectiveness. Participate in user acceptance testing (UAT) and ensure solutions meet
business objectives and regulatory standards.
Data Analysis & Reporting: Collect and analyze operational and financial data to identify
trends, support decision-making, and drive continuous improvement. Prepare insightful
reports and presentations for management and stakeholders.
Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a liaison between business, technology, and external
partners, facilitating effective communication and collaboration throughout project
lifecycles. Lead workshops and training sessions as needed.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all solutions and processes comply with Saudi Central
Bank (SAMA) regulations and THE BANK's internal policies. Stay informed of industry trends
and regulatory developments impacting wholesale banking.
Expectation Management: Manage stakeholder expectations regarding project scope,
timelines, and deliverables, maintaining transparency throughout the project lifecycle.
User Story Development: Translate business requirements into detailed user stories with
clear acceptance criteria, collaborating with development teams to refine and prioritize
these stories during grooming sessions.
Documentation: Compile business requirements into comprehensive Business
Requirements Documents (BRDs), including both functional and non-functional
requirements such as system interfaces, data flows, and user interfaces.
Feedback Incorporation: Gather and incorporate feedback from stakeholders to refine
and finalize BRDs before submission for approval.
Business Case Development: Develop business case diagrams to visually represent
project rationale, identifying key stakeholders, objectives, expected benefits, and potential
risks
Qualifications
: Bachelor's degree in engineering, Finance, Information
Technology, or a related field
Essential Skills
Proven experience in business analysis, requirements gathering, and
documentation.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Experience with Agile methodologies and user story development.
- Proficiency in requirements management tools (e.g., Jira).
- Ability to create clear and comprehensive BRDs and business case diagrams
Desired Skills
Strong understanding of wholesale banking products (corporate loans, trade
finance, treasury, cash management) and related processes.
- Experience with digital banking platforms, process automation, and data analysis
tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Tableau).
- Familiarity with SAMA regulations and compliance requirements in Saudi Arabia
Experience
Minimum 5+ years experience as a Business Analyst in wholesale/corporate
banking or financial services.
