Lead Business Analyst - Financial Data & Technology

Job Description Summary

Drive Innovation in Financial Technology and Regulatory ReportingWe’re looking for a strategic business analyst who thrives at the intersection of data, technology, and compliance. In this role, you’ll partner with business leaders and technology teams to design solutions that ensure accurate financial and regulatory reporting—while shaping the future of data-driven decision-making.

Job Description

This position will follow our hybrid work model, we expect the selected candidate to be in office 2-3 days a week (10-12 days a month ) at the following office location: Corporate Office, St. Petersburg, FL or Denver, CO.

Please note: This role is NOT eligible for Work Visa sponsorship, either currently or in the future.

You’ll work hands-on with Oracle Financial Services Analytical Applications (OFSAA) and Financial Services Data Foundation (FSDF), diving deep into data analysis, mapping, and lineage tracing. If you’re passionate about transforming complex data into actionable insights and building scalable solutions, this is your opportunity to make an impact.

What You’ll Do

• Act as a trusted advisor to business teams, translating requirements into technology solutions.

• Develop detailed functional and non-functional business requirements for financial and regulatory reporting.

• Perform data analysis and profiling to ensure quality, completeness, and consistency.

• Map key data attributes from source systems to OFSAA FSDF standard models.

• Write SQL queries to extract, validate, and analyze data across multiple databases.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design data flows, document processes, and support application development.

• Contribute to project planning, estimates, and implementation strategies.

• Work with UX/Design teams to visualize requirements through prototypes.

• Lead small to medium-sized projects and mentor team members.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, Computer Science, Business Analytics, or related field.

• 7+ years as a Technology Business Analyst, Systems Analyst, or Data Analyst.

• Strong background in financial services (highly preferred).

• Expertise in gathering and documenting requirements using BRDs, use cases, flowcharts, and wireframes.

• Hands-on experience with data analysis, profiling, and mapping in complex environments.

• Proficiency in SQL and data profiling tools.

• Familiarity with OFSAA and FSDF data models (preferred).

• Solid understanding of relational databases, data models, and ETL processes.

Why Join Us?

• Work on high-impact projects that shape financial technology strategy.

• Collaborate with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.

• Gain exposure to cutting-edge Oracle solutions and regulatory data frameworks.

• Enjoy a culture that values innovation, continuous learning, and flexibility.

Education

Bachelor’s: Business Administration, Bachelor’s: Computer and Information Science, High School (HS) (Required)

Work Experience

General Experience - 3 to 6 years

Certifications

Travel

Less than 25%

Workstyle

Hybrid

At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view. We expect our associates at all levels to:

 Grow professionally and inspire others to do the sameWork with and through others to achieve desired outcomes

 Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mindTake ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter

 Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm

At Raymond James – as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates.  

When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs. #LI-NM1