Business Analyst (Python & Capital Markets)

Business Analyst (Python & Capital Markets)- 50856-1

Location : Jersey City, New Jersey- Hybrid, 3 days onsite per week

JD :

We are seeking a highly analytical and technically proficient Business Analyst with strong experience in capital markets and hands-on Python programming skills. This role is ideal for professionals who thrive at the intersection of finance and technology, and who are passionate about driving data-driven insights and regulatory compliance in a dynamic trading environment.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with trading, risk, and technology teams to gather, analyze, and document business requirements related to capital markets products and risk analytics.

Develop and maintain Python-based tools and scripts to support data analysis, reporting, and automation of business processes.

Analyze and interpret complex financial instruments including interest rate swaps, FX products, bonds, and repos.

Work closely with risk and finance teams to understand and validate P&L and risk calculations for various asset classes.

Support the implementation and monitoring of regulatory requirements such as Volcker Rule, MiFID II, and other global financial regulations.

Translate business needs into functional specifications and work with development teams to ensure successful delivery.

Participate in testing, validation, and user training for new tools and system enhancements.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field.

Proven experience as a Business Analyst in capital markets, preferably within an investment bank, hedge fund, or financial services firm.

Strong Python programming skills with the ability to manipulate large datasets and automate analytical workflows.

Deep understanding of financial instruments such as interest rate swaps, FX derivatives, bonds, and repos.

Solid grasp of risk and P&L metrics, including how they are calculated and reported.

Familiarity with regulatory frameworks including Volcker Rule, MiFID II, and other relevant compliance standards.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to bridge the gap between business and technical teams.

Top Skills :

Mandatory Python skills and Capital Markets knowledge such as :

In depth understanding of various financial instruments Interest rate swap, FX products, bond, repo etc

Good understanding of how risk and P / L is calculated for above set of instruments.

Knowledge of various regulatory requirements Volcker, MiFID .. etc.