Business Analyst

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an Senior Business Analyst for our client in Chicago, Illinois. Our client is a top tier Bank and the ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Capital Markets and ETD - Exchange- traded derivatives.Exchange-traded derivatives (ETDs) are financial contracts like futures and options that are standardized and traded on organized exchanges, offering benefits such as high liquidity, transparency, and reduced counterparty risk due to clearing houses acting as intermediaries. These contracts derive their value from an underlying asset, such as a stock, commodity, or currency, and are used by investors for hedging against price fluctuations or for speculation to profit from price changes.Description:100% onsite during training eventually will allow hybrid schedule- Hours will vary based on the team you align with hours anywhere from 6am-7pm- manager will discuss hours and team during interview. Only submit candidates that are available between 6am-7pm.Degree required- Prefer Bachelors Degree.Required Skills:Understanding of Exchange Trade Derivatives and Future & OptionsStrong Analytics using ExcelExperience at an Exchange or BankPreferred:Flexibility in adjusting to demand and challenges with the ability to work at a fast pace, high volume environment with tight deadlinesStrong communication partnership and relationship building skillsRequired Qualifications:Confident communicator who proactively identifies and raises risks and issuesFlexible in adjusting to demands and challenges, with ability to work at a fast pace, in a high-volume environment and meet tight deadlinesExperience and commitment to identify and drive improvements to existing processes.Strives to bring new thoughts and ideas to teams to drive innovation and unique solutionsInstance credibility across the team bringing minimum 5 years of experience of Exchange Traded Derivatives Operations, with prior experience in either a clearing, or position lifecycle management team and knowledge of industry rules, regulations, and business practicesExperience of using an Exchange Traded Derivatives clearing platform and / or Exchange GUIsExperience with GMI platform would be desirable but not essentialStrong communication, partnership and relationship building skillsDesired Qualities:Candidate should be intellectually curious and understand what drives processes, with ability to assess risk, propose design of effective controls and implement to plan to streamline existing processesStrives to bring new thoughts and ideas to teams in order to drive innovation and unique solutionsExcels in working among diverse viewpoints to determine the best path forwardExperience in connecting with a diverse set of clients to understand future business needs - is a continuous learnerCommitment to challenging the status quo and promoting positive changeParticipate in and drive collaborative efforts to advance tools, technology, and ways of working to better serve an evolving client baseBelieves in value of diversity so we can reflect, connect and meet the diverse needs of our clients and employees around the worldETD Operations supports:Execution, clearing and allocation of trades and position transfers to the highest quality standardsFutures and Options position life cycle management including option exercise and assignments, physical deliveries, expirations, last trade date monitoring, long date reporting, open interest adjustments and regulator inquiresDaily Reconciliations and Exception Resolution, maintaining the integrity of the sub ledger for Listed and OTC Futures and Options productNon-Financial Regulatory Reporting to Futures Exchanges and RegulatorsEnsuring compliance with regulatory and industry mandates across 15 Legal EntitiesProduction of reports and information required to comply with regulatory requirements and internal control policiesResearching and resolving problems within the line of businessDay-to-day analysis, research, and resolution of varied problemsRoles & Responsibilities of ETD Deliveries Team:Process option exercise and assignments, physical deliveries, expirations, last trade date monitoring, long date reporting, open interest adjustmentsRespond to regulatory inquires as raised (in partnership with OR&C, GCOR and Regulatory RelationsAssist with improving controls associated with lifecycle event processingAssist with the development and automation of various metrics utilized for management reporting.Assist with various initiatives impacting the lifecycle event processing teamWork with different teams to standardize processes and streamline functionsProvide assistance to senior management with various initiatives and asks.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacyBenefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs.