Job Summary
This Consultant role requires 6 to 8 years of experience in Agile methodologies Business Analysis and Planning. The candidate will work in a hybrid model during day shifts contributing to impactful projects in the Cards and Payments domain if applicable.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze business requirements ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Develop detailed business analysis plans to identify problems opportunities and solutions that enhance operational efficiency.
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning daily stand-ups and retrospectives to ensure project milestones are met effectively.
- Translate business needs into technical requirements and communicate them clearly to development teams for implementation.
- Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders ensuring transparency and accountability.
- Conduct gap analysis to identify areas for improvement and recommend actionable strategies to address them.
- Create and maintain comprehensive documentation including user stories workflows and process maps to support project deliverables.
- Provide insights and recommendations based on data analysis to drive informed decision-making across projects.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in business analysis and planning activities.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize features and functionalities that align with business objectives and customer needs.
- Utilize domain expertise in Cards and Payments to deliver tailored solutions that meet client expectations if applicable.
- Support the testing and validation of solutions to ensure they meet business requirements and quality standards.
- Work closely with teams to foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in project execution. Qualifications
- Demonstrate proficiency in Agile methodologies and tools to manage projects effectively.
- Showcase strong analytical skills to identify business challenges and propose viable solutions.
- Exhibit excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Possess expertise in Business Analysis and Planning to drive project success. SWIFT, and ISO20022"MS Office, Jira, JTMF, and Confluence
- Have a solid understanding of Cards and Payments domain which is a nice-to-have skill for this role.
- Display the ability to create detailed documentation and reports to support project objectives.
- Show adaptability to work in a hybrid model and manage tasks efficiently during day shifts.
- Bring a proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making in dynamic environments.
- Maintain a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes that align with organizational goals.
- Demonstrate commitment to fostering innovation and continuous improvement in all aspects of work.
- Ensure alignment with company values and contribute to its purpose of driving impactful societal change.
- Exhibit strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines effectively.
- Leverage technical expertise to bridge the gap between business needs and technical solutions.
Certifications Required
Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) PMI Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA)
What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
Other employment-related information
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.
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Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.
