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Scotiabank

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • IT & Cybersecurity
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Toronto

AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant degree, 5+ years IT project experience, agile knowledge, strong communication, team skills, certifications (CSM, PMP, ITIL, Lean Six Sigma), and proficiency in Excel, SQL, Power BI, and Python.
  • You will facilitate Scrum ceremonies, manage release documentation, support Agile practices, analyze metrics, remove impediments, and ensure effective team communication and collaboration.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in complex IT projects.
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience with Adjudication labs.
  • Proficiency in English at a B2 level.
  • Demonstrated project management experience with a deep understanding of agile principles and practices.
  • Exceptional facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder expectations.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of the software development lifecycle.
  • General understanding of project management principles.
  • Strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
  • An agile mindset with the flexibility to adapt to new and evolving environments.
  • Excellent written, verbal, virtual, and live communication skills.
  • Experience with Atlassian Confluence and Jira.
  • A solid customer focus, with the ability to discern underlying client needs and identify opportunities to enhance service levels and increase solution scalability.
  • A strong team orientation, with a genuine interest in collaborative work, mentoring peers, and openness to constructive feedback.
  • CSM or equivalent Agile certification.
  • PMP certification.
  • ITIL Foundations certification.
  • Lean Six Sigma certification.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Good SQL skills.
  • Experience with Power BI.
  • Proficiency in Python.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate Scrum ceremonies by organizing and leading daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. Ensuring that these meetings are productive and that team members are fully engaged.
  • Manage release documentation, ensuring standards are met and facilitating timely stakeholder approvals within the documentation lifecycle.
  • Oversee the entire lifecycle of release documentation, from initial drafting to final approval.
  • Identify and remove any impediments that hinder the team´s progress. Shield the team from external interruptions and distractions.
  • Maintain and update the team´s progress using agile tools like JIRA, Confluence and Kanban to ensure that project status is transparent to stakeholders and that team members are aware of their responsibilities.
  • Guide the team on how to use Agile practices. Support and mentor team members, helping them understand and apply Agile principles.
  • Encourage open communication and collaboration within the team to facilitate conflict resolution and build a strong sense of team cohesion.
  • A business values focused mindset to ensure that the Technology team is delivering the right product for Stakeholders, ensuring user stories are clearly defined and the team understands the scope and expectation of work.
  • Manage business and software development metrics framework for software products. Look over large amounts of data to put together reports and presentations for leadership teams.
  • Encourage the team to reflect on their processes and identify areas for improvement. Implement changes that enhance team performance and product quality.
  • Assist and support software development and the Support team in achieving their objectives by applying innovative and problem-solving thinking to increase design effectiveness, procedures, and cost-effective solutions while meeting business and regulatory requirements.
  • Understand how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be incorporated into in day-to-day activities and decisions.
  • Actively pursues effective and efficient operations of their respective areas in accordance with Scotiabank’s Values, its Code of Conduct, and the Global Sales Principles, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of the day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational, compliance, AML/ATF/sanctions and conduct risk.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Business Systems Analyst.

What are the primary responsibilities of a Business Systems Analyst in this role?

The primary responsibilities include facilitating Scrum ceremonies, managing release documentation, overseeing the lifecycle of release documentation, identifying and removing impediments, maintaining project status using Agile tools, guiding the team on Agile practices, and supporting software development objectives.

What are the required qualifications for this position?

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, a minimum of 5 years of experience in complex IT projects, and at least 3 years of experience with Adjudication labs.

Are there any preferred qualifications for this role?

Yes, preferred qualifications include CSM or equivalent Agile certification, PMP certification, ITIL Foundations certification, Lean Six Sigma certification, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, good SQL skills, experience with Power BI, and proficiency in Python.

What Agile methodologies should a candidate be familiar with for this role?

Candidates should have a deep understanding of Agile principles and practices, as well as experience facilitating Scrum ceremonies and using Agile tools like JIRA and Confluence.

What language proficiency is required for this position?

Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in English at a B2 level.

What kind of support and development opportunities does Scotiabank offer?

Scotiabank offers upskilling through online courses, cross-functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance.

What is the work arrangement for this position?

The work arrangement is hybrid.

What is the company’s commitment regarding diversity and inclusion?

Scotiabank is committed to creating an inclusive culture where every employee is respected for who they are, empowered to reach their full potential, and embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values.

Does Scotiabank provide accommodations for applicants during the recruitment process?

Yes, Scotiabank is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment and provides accommodations during the recruitment and selection process upon request.

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