Job Title: Calypso Business Analyst
Location: London (3–4 days per week on-site)
Duration: Permanent
First Derivative is driven by people, data, and technology, unlocking the value of insight, hindsight, and foresight to drive organizations forward. Counting many of the world's leading investment banks as clients, we help our clients navigate the data-driven, digital revolution that is transforming the financial services sector. Our global teams span across 15 offices serving clients across EMEA, North America and APAC.
As an EPAM Systems, Inc. (NYSE: EPAM) company, a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services, we deliver advanced financial services solutions by empowering operational insights, driving innovation, and enabling more effective risk management in an increasingly data-centric world. Together with EPAM, we combine deep industry expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients stay ahead in a rapidly evolving financial landscape, offering comprehensive solutions that drive business transformation and sustainable growth.
To meet the growing demand for our First Derivative services, we are looking to add to our Global Calypso Teams.
Overview:
We’re seeking mid-level Calypso Business Analyst. The roles requiring strong hands-on experience with the Calypso platform. The ideal candidates will be proactive, delivery focused analysts with strong front-to-back knowledge of financial derivatives (FD) and an understanding of the trade lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities:
* Act as a liaison between business users and IT to gather, analyze, and document business requirements related to Calypso.
* Work closely with development and QA teams to ensure requirements are understood and delivered.
* Support Calypso upgrades, configurations, and business testing.
* Participate in workshops and user sessions to support solution design and process improvement.
* Troubleshoot production issues and provide subject matter expertise on Calypso functionality.
* Support BAU (business as usual) and project-based activities as needed.
Required Skills & Experience:
* Proven experience as a Business Analyst within a Calypso environment (ideally within a financial institution).
* Strong understanding of financial derivatives and trade lifecycle management.
* Experience working in front-to-back office projects.
* Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management.
* Experience working in Agile or hybrid delivery environments.
Benefits
* Private Medical Insurance
* Pension Plan
* Group Life Protection Benefit
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Employee Referral Bonus Scheme
* Diversity Networks
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