Associate IT Business Analyst

The Associate IT Business Analyst will perform improvement opportunities, conducts workflow analysis, prepares recommendations, and facilitates implementation of technology solutions that meet business needs. Position Responsibilities: Participate in multiple projects by completing and updating project documentation; managing project scope; adjusting schedules when necessary; determining daily priorities; ensuring efficient and on-time delivery of project tasks and milestones; following proper escalation paths; and managing customer and supplier relationships Production of high-quality business requirements; including but not limited to creation of documentation in various formats including BRD, Data Mapping, User Cases and User Stories Process modeling and analysis skills including but not limited to process improvements, gap analysis between current and future state along with root cause analysis Able to explain technical jargon to non-technical/commercial teams Able to generate and propose business case including identifying cost and business savings for the stakeholders Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree graduate of any courses At least 3 years of BA or consultant experience with Information Technology, Financial Services or Middle and Back-office operations enabling integrated solutions to optimize processes, technology, data etc. Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (including Visio, Project) Amenable to work on a hybrid work set up of 3x a week onsite in QC and mid shift work schedule (3PM to 12MN). Preferred Qualifications: At least has experience in Agile Methodology is an advantage Excellent negotiating skills and an ability to manage inter-departmental work relationships Must pass current job expectations and meet performance metrics Quick to adapt with proven experience learning new products, technologies and tools Strong influencing skills with ability to make sound recommendations Must have experience working on large scale projects When you join our team: We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want. We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words. As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see. About Manulife and John Hancock Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html. Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law. It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. 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And as part of our global team, you’ll help shape the future you want to see – and discover that better can take you anywhere you want to go. We’re proud of our accomplishments and recognitions. Recent awards include: 2024 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award Winner Manulife Named one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2023 Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2023 We’ve been recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers (2024) Manulife included in Bloomberg’s 2023 Gender-Equality Index To receive our latest job opportunities directly to your inbox, create an account or sign in and navigate to the ‘Job Alerts’ section located in the top right corner of the page. From there, you can sign up to receive job alerts. Our ambition is to be the most digital, customer-centric global company in our industry. Learn more at https://www.manulife.com/.