Consulting Manager – Credit Risk Technology Business Analysis
About Cognizant Consulting
Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant’s consulting practice—we’re a global community of 5,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending our deep industry and technology advisory capability, we create innovative business solutions for Fortune 500 clients. And now, we're looking for our next colleague who'll join us in shaping the future of business. Could it be you?
About the Role
As a Consulting Manager – Credit Risk Technology Business Analysis, you will make an impact by leading business analysis and technology transformation initiatives supporting wholesale credit risk management and regulatory-driven programs. You will serve as a trusted advisor to business and technology stakeholders, helping define strategic solutions, improve risk management processes, and deliver enterprise-scale technology capabilities.
You will be a valued member of Cognizant Consulting's Banking and Financial Services practice, collaborating with client leadership, risk management teams, technology partners, and cross-functional stakeholders to drive successful business outcomes.
In this role, you will:
- Lead requirements management and business analysis activities for large-scale Credit Risk and Risk Technology initiatives.
- Partner with senior business and technology stakeholders to define strategic solutions supporting wholesale borrower risk rating and risk management platforms.
- Translate complex business needs into actionable system requirements, user stories, data models, and functional specifications.
- Drive data analysis, issue resolution, and process improvement initiatives across multiple upstream and downstream systems.
- Contribute to solution architecture, data governance, and technology modernization efforts while ensuring successful project delivery and stakeholder alignment.
What You Must Have to Be Considered
- 8+ years of experience in Business Analysis, Business Systems Analysis, or Consulting within Banking and Financial Services.
- Proven experience leading requirements delivery and stakeholder management for complex enterprise technology initiatives.
- Strong expertise in SQL, data analysis, data lineage, data reconciliation, and business process modelling.
- Experience working in Agile delivery environments using user stories, backlog management, and iterative development methodologies.
- Strong understanding of SDLC, systems integration, and enterprise data concepts.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior business and technology leaders.
These Will Help You Succeed
- Experience supporting Credit Risk, Wholesale Banking, Capital Markets, or Risk Management technology programs.
- Knowledge of Basel II, Basel III, IFRS9, RDARR, CCAR, or similar regulatory initiatives.
- Understanding of borrower risk rating systems, risk analytics, and credit adjudication processes.
- Previous consulting experience managing workstreams, client relationships, and cross-functional project teams.
- Experience contributing to data architecture, data governance, or enterprise reporting initiatives.
We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.
Compensation
CAD $105,000 – $125,000 per year
Compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
Benefits
Cognizant offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, wellbeing, and financial security of our associates, including:
- Extended health and dental coverage
- Vision care
- Life and disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Retirement savings programs
- Paid time off and holidays
- Learning and professional development opportunities
- Employee wellbeing initiatives
Why Join Cognizant?
- Work on high-impact initiatives that transform critical risk management and banking processes.
- Collaborate with industry-leading professionals in technology, risk, and financial services.
- Access world-class learning and development opportunities.
- Build your career in a dynamic, collaborative, and high-performing consulting environment.
- Make a meaningful impact while helping clients solve complex business and technology challenges.
Post Closing Date
22 August 2026
About Cognizant:
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap 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, drive tangible outcomes and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or @cognizant.
Additional employment information
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.
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, state or local laws.
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