Business Analyst

Business Analytics Analyst (W2 Only – No C2C) 📍 New York City, NY (Hybrid – 3 Days Onsite) 🕒 6-Month Contract (Possibility of Extension) We are seeking a highly skilled Business Analytics Analyst to support a leading banking client in their centralized data analytics and control initiatives. This role will play a key part in improving the firm’s ability to assess and remediate data quality issues across the organization, with a strong focus on data governance, metrics, and analytics. You’ll be joining a cross-functional team responsible for delivering dashboards, managing data remediation, and providing insights that reduce operational risk and improve controls across markets-related business lines. 🔍 Key Responsibilities: • Support development of analytics capabilities to identify and resolve data quality issues • Create actionable dashboards and reports using Tableau • Develop data and feature specifications in collaboration with tech teams • Analyze and interpret trends in data quality indicators to drive business decisions • Lead/co-lead UAT testing and support feature rollouts • Provide hands-on technical analysis support for risk and control initiatives • Proactively identify and resolve risks and escalate issues as needed • Collaborate across global teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment ✅ Must-Have Skills: • 3–5 years of hands-on experience with data analytics, implementation, and remediation • Strong knowledge of data governance, metrics, and quality controls • Proficiency in SQL, JIRA, and Tableau for reporting & dashboarding • Working experience with Python or Jupyter Notebooks • Advanced Excel and solid PowerPoint skills • Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written • Strong attention to detail and ability to analyze complex data problems independently • Ability to work with senior stakeholders in high-pressure environments 🎯 Nice-to-Have Skills: • Understanding of risk & control frameworks or market risk principles • Experience with financial products such as fixed income or derivatives • Exposure to SciKit-Learn or other data science libraries is a plus • Background in Control Analytics, Product Control, or Front Office Risk processes 🏦 About the Client: This opportunity is with a globally recognized financial institution undergoing large-scale transformation in their risk and control space. You’ll have the chance to work on meaningful, high-impact initiatives that contribute directly to improving financial system integrity and stability. Interested in joining a fast-paced, data-driven environment where your insights matter? Apply today to be considered! W2 candidates only. No C2C or third-party submissions.