TD Bank

Work Location:

New York, New York, United States of America

Hours:

40

Line of Business:

Technology Solutions

Pay Detail:

$115,000 - $160000 USD

TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs.

As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you more specific details for this role.

Job Description:

Preferred Qualifications:

TDS Equity Research and Investment Banking Technology is responsible for building scalable tech to deliver datasets, analytical tools, and workflow automation to front line business users.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong blend of technical project management expertise and business systems analysis skills, along with an understanding of the Equity Research and Investment Banking industries. This role is critical in driving the successful delivery of technology projects that support and enhance our investment banking and equity research operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management:

Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including scope, objectives, timelines, and resource allocation.

Identify and mitigate project risks and implement contingency plans as necessary.

Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and meet quality standards.

Business Systems Analysis:

Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather and document business requirements and translate them into technical specifications.

Conduct thorough analysis of business processes, systems, and workflows to identify areas for improvement and optimization.

Develop and maintain detailed documentation, including business requirements documents (BRDs), functional specifications, and use cases.

Facilitate workshops and meetings with stakeholders to validate requirements and obtain approvals.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

Work closely with senior management, business end users, and IT teams to define project requirements and deliverables.

Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and successful project outcomes.

Provide regular project updates and status reports to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with business goals.

Technical Oversight:

Analyze and interpret data to support business decision making while working through business requirements.

Oversee the technical aspects of projects, ensuring alignment with the bank's technology standards and architecture.

Coordinate with development teams to ensure the successful design, development, and implementation of technical solutions.

Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools to enhance project delivery and operational efficiency.

Quality Assurance:

Ensure all project deliverables meet high-quality standards and comply with regulatory requirements.

Conduct thorough testing and validation of technical solutions to ensure they meet business needs and performance expectations.

Implement best practices for project management, business analysis, development, and quality assurance.

Team Empowerment:

Foster a collaborative and results-driven team culture and work environment.

Promote open communication and knowledge sharing.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors' degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience (3+ years) as a Technical Business Systems Analyst, preferably within the Financial Services/Equity Research/Investment Banking industries.
• Strong understanding of Equity Research and banking processes, products, and regulations.
• Demonstrated expertise in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Solid technical background with experience in software development, IT infrastructure, and system integration.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong data analysis skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities.

Depth & Scope:

• Conducts program/system research, analysis, design and problem resolution
• Ensures defect free programming by testing and debugging using available/appropriate tools and participates in reviewing peer coding
• Participates in identifying and recommending development/testing solutions/tools in support of project objectives
• Develops, implements, maintains and improves solutions/processes that maximize system availability, efficiency/effectiveness and minimize/prevent problems/issues
• Adheres to existing processes/standards, technology architecture, risk and production capacity guidelines and objectives; plans, monitors, tests and escalates issues as required
• Works with the architecture group to ensure good architectural design and raises issues as they develop through the project lifecycle in a timely manner
• Complies with the system development life cycle (SDLC) and project management methodology (PMLC) by participating in scope assessment, risk and cost analysis
• Subject matter expert in at least one area of discipline and consults with clients/or project teams with respect to all aspects of research, analysis, design, hardware/ software support, development of technical solutions and/or testing
• Works independently in a senior/lead role on a diverse range of tasks and may be relied upon to coach/ educate others
• Leads the development of detailed/ complex and/or comprehensive project plans for large projects
• Assignments are moderately to highly complex and multi-faceted
• May provide guidance/direction to a few IT professionals
• Acts as a resource in the exchange of technical information for project teams, the business and/or outside vendors
• Develops and operationalize technology standards, policies and processes to address BSA/AML/OFAC risks
• Develops and maintains a working knowledge of BSA/AML/OFAC risks related to technology projects and processes
• Keeps direct reports informed about relevant information on BSA/AML/OFAC requirements and escalation procedures

Education & Experience:

• College degree, or specialized training / equivalent work experience
• 3+ Years of related experience
• Advanced knowledge of the technical environment/ tools (e.g., user environment, applications, software, hardware, programming languages and operating systems) in own area
• Advanced knowledge of business processes and procedures on a broad, organizational level
• Sound to advanced knowledge of business/ organization, Bank standards, infrastructure, architecture and technology in related areas from a design/ support/ solutions perspective

Physical Requirements:

Never: 0%; Occasional: 1-33%; Frequent: 34-66%; Continuous: 67-100%

• Domestic Travel – Occasional
• International Travel – Never
• Performing sedentary work – Continuous
• Performing multiple tasks – Continuous
• Operating standard office equipment - Continuous
• Responding quickly to sounds – Occasional
• Sitting – Continuous
• Standing – Occasional
• Walking – Occasional
• Moving safely in confined spaces – Occasional
• Lifting/Carrying (under 25 lbs.) – Occasional
• Lifting/Carrying (over 25 lbs.) – Never
• Squatting – Occasional
• Bending – Occasional
• Kneeling – Never
• Crawling – Never
• Climbing – Never
• Reaching overhead – Never
• Reaching forward – Occasional
• Pushing – Never
• Pulling – Never
• Twisting – Never
• Concentrating for long periods of time – Continuous
• Applying common sense to deal with problems involving standardized situations – Continuous
• Reading, writing and comprehending instructions – Continuous
• Adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing – Continuous

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The listed or specified responsibilities & duties are considered essential functions for ADA purposes.

Who We Are

TD Securities offers a wide range of capital markets products and services to corporate, government, and institutional clients who choose us for our innovation, execution, and experience. With more than 6,500 professionals operating out of 40 cities across the globe, we help clients meet their needs today and prepare for tomorrow. Our services include underwriting and distributing new issues, providing trusted advice and industry-leading insight, extending access to global markets, and delivering integrated transaction banking solutions. In 2023, we acquired Cowen Inc., offering our clients access to a premier U.S. equities business and highly-diverse equity research franchise, while growing our strong, diversified investment bank. We are growth-oriented, people-focused, and community-minded. As a team, we work to deliver value for our clients every day.

Our Total Rewards Package

Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes base salary and variable compensation/incentive awards (e.g., eligibility for cash and/or equity incentive awards, generally through participation in an incentive plan) and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off (including Vacation PTO, Flex PTO, and Holiday PTO), banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition. Learn more

Additional Information:

We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Colleague Development

If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. Whether you have a passion for helping customers and want to expand your experience, or you want to coach and inspire your colleagues, there are many different career paths within our organization at TD – and we’re committed to helping you identify opportunities that support your goals.

Training & Onboarding

We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process

We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Accommodation

TD Bank is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you are an applicant with a disability and need accommodations to complete the application process, please email TD Bank US Workplace Accommodations Program at USWAPTDO@td.com. Include your full name, best way to reach you and the accommodation needed to assist you with the applicant process.

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