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Risk Management Business Systems Analyst - Investment Management Technology

Boston, Massachusetts; Springfield, Massachusetts; New York, New York
Job Category Technology ID R18366
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Overview

A career with us means you’ll work alongside exceptional people and be empowered to reach your professional and personal goals. Our employees are at the foundation of what enables MassMutual to deliver on our purpose to help people secure their futures and protect the ones they love.

We embrace the idea that we all are stronger and better through our support for one another. We strive to create a culture where employees feel valued and are celebrated for who they are.

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“Since our founding in 1851, mutuality has put our policyowners at the center of everything we do. At our core, we’re a company of people helping people in their time of need, and that spirit extends to the culture we’ve built at our company. Our employees support and rely on each other each day, collaborating to deliver the best solutions for our customers and help millions more secure their future and protect the ones they love.”

Job Description

Business Systems Analyst – Investment Management Technology (ETX)

(Hybrid, Boston)

Do you want to be part of a team that encourages your growth, supports your ambitions and makes it a priority for you to reach your goals? Is helping people part of who you are? MassMutual assists millions in achieving financial freedom, providing protection and future planning.  We do this by building trust with our customers by being knowledgeable problem solvers and prioritize their needs above all else. We Live Mutual.

The Opportunity

This position is required to provide subject matter expertise for Market and Credit Risk related applications including Portfolio Asset Liability Management system.

Recognized as subject matter expert in business analysis field. Has responsibility for instructing, directing, and checking the work of other Business Analysts. Formulate and define business and/or systems scope and objectives based on both user needs and a thorough understanding of industry requirements. Devise or modify procedures to solve highly complex problems considering limitations, operating time, and form of desired results. Provide analysis of business and user needs, documentation of requirements, and translation into proper business and/or system requirements. Consider the business implications of the application of technology to the current and future business environment. Act as a team leader for complex projects.

The Team

You will be joining MassMutual’s Investment Management Technology team. Our mission is to build reliable automation solutions for the Quant Research and Development business team. You will be part of a team that is technical, highly motivated and excels at working in a fast paced and always evolving environment with agility and resilience.

The Impact:

The Business Systems Analyst is responsible for the analysis, design, and testing of complex applications and system integration processes supporting MassMutual’s Investment Management Unit.  This role supports strategic investment initiatives within these areas and ensures recommended solutions are aligned with business and MassMutual IT strategies while adhering to relevant technology standards.  

This role leverages problem solving and analytical skills to design technical solutions related to data management and system integration challenges and contributes to troubleshooting efforts across multiple functional areas including General Investment Accounts, Separate Investment Accounts, Securities & various technology platforms supporting Investments.

This is a critical role in maintaining the cohesion between the business stakeholders and the technology delivery teams.  It requires a deep and broad technology background conducive to that found in a “master application developer” but this is not a development position but will participate and guide technology decisions and best practices.  It also requires a strong work ethic, the ability to work independently or in collaboration, exceptional communication skills, and knowledge of, or the aptitude to learn the investment management data domain.

  • Perform analysis of business process, procedures, data and rules
  • Experience with data-centric architectures, multi-dimensional time series, and techniques to guarantee robust data integrity
  • Demonstrated ability to identify and understand critical business features that drive value, and translate those into solid technical solutions
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, ability to effectively and confidently interact with business and technical personnel, at all levels in the organization
  • Proven technical leadership and mentoring skills
  • Strong knowledge of the investment management industry, asset liability management, and risk management across multiple asset classes, public and private, including derivatives
  • Candidates must combine an attention to detail with the ability to see the big picture
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively using verbal and written methods to all levels of an organization
  • Proficient with standard documentation tools (Visio, Excel, Word)
  • Capable of applying knowledge to handle all but the most complex problems independently
  • Drives continuous improvement and efficiencies beyond own scope of responsibility

The Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 8+ years of experience with designing and implementing complex solutions
  • 5+ years of investment data experience with an understanding of systems and data management
  • 5+ years of experience with investment management systems (from front office to middle office, to back office)
  • 5+ years of data analysis experience working with large data sets and multiple sources of data

The Ideal Qualifications

Technical Skills

  • Expert user of excel and proficient with SQL/Oracle query tools
  • Ability to apply technical and business knowledge across multiple business functions
  • Ability to work in close collaboration with project/program managers, architects, developers, and testers to optimize the quality of the developed product
  • Skilled in interacting between internal business partners, internal IT teams, and offshore partners
  • Ability to effectively estimate time to complete design and development tasks
  • Influence design & architecture inclusive of technical (non-functional) requirements
  • Ability to communicate clearly and to simplify complex topics for a wide range of audiences (both written and verbal)
  • Ability to work through complex issues, identify themes, and develop solutions, in time-critical situations.
  • Ability to develop a strong understanding of business processes and functional requirements and skill to be able to translate business requirements into succinct functional / technical specifications, experience writing ETL requirements, and providing close oversight of specifications
  • Ability to quickly learn new technologies and platforms
  • Ability to adhere to project schedules and meet deadlines in the execution of job responsibilities

Soft Skills

  • Self-managed and motivated individual with strong leadership skills.
  • Excellent written, oral and presentation skills.
  • Works with minimal oversight and proactively communicates status and risks to project leadership.
  • Ability to work well in a team environment.

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MassMutual is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply. Note: Veterans are welcome to apply, regardless of their discharge status.

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Salary Range: $121,800.00-$159,800.00
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By the numbers*

  • 88% of employee respondents say they are proud to work at MassMutual
  • 90
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  • 86% of employee respondents say MassMutual cares about and supports the well-being of their employees

*Source: 2024 MassMutual employee engagement survey

Award-Winning Culture

Award-Winning Culture

MassMutual is guided by a single purpose: We help people secure their future and protect the ones they love. As a company operated for the benefit of our members and participating policyowners, we are defined by mutuality and our vision to provide financial well-being for all Americans. It’s more than our company structure — it’s our way of life. We are a company of people protecting people. Our company exists because people are willing to share risk and resources and rely on each other when it counts.

We strive to build a thriving community where everyone is valued, included, and feels that they belong.

At MassMutual, we Live Mutual.

How We Work

How We Work

MassMutual’s flexible workplace approach combines the importance of connecting in person and the flexibility of working remotely. Our hybrid model puts collaboration first with employees coming in at least three days per week to our spectacular campus settings and also enjoying the flexibility of remote Fridays, company-wide remote weeks, and a bank of flexible remote weeks to use throughout the year.

Benefits for the whole you (and your loved ones)

There’s more to your life than your job and there’s more to your aspirations than a paycheck. We take a holistic view of compensation and benefits that provides the flexibility to create a healthy balance in your life for work, family, and community. We offer the benefits you’d expect, like medical, dental, 401(k), and generous vacation time, but we also offer ones you might not expect, like three paid days for volunteering, a $1,250 annual Well-Being Wallet, and up to 320 hours of caregiver leave.

Explore some of our offerings below. Benefit details can be found here.

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Paid Time Off

  • In addition to generous vacation time, paid holidays, and flexible holidays, MassMutual offers 'take care' time to care for yourself or someone you love—whether for physical illness or mental health.
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Health & Well-Being

In addition to top-line medical and dental coverage, personalized mental health solutions, on-site and virtual health coaching, and much more, MassMutual reimburses employees up to $1,250 per year for eligible expenses supporting mental, physical, and financial well-being.

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Financial Well-Being

In addition to competitive salaries and bonuses, educational assistance programs, and much more, MassMutual offers up to a 10% total 401(k) benefit, consisting of a 5% company match and a 5% annual contribution.

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Taking Care

MassMutual offers generous maternity and parental leaves, as well as bereavement leave to mourn the loss of a loved one (and the employee defines 'loved one'). In addition, we offer up to 320 hours of caregiver leave to help employees support loved ones in times of need.

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Giving Back

MassMutual offers three paid days for employees to volunteer with eligible nonprofits of their choice, and the MassMutual Foundation matches employee donation dollars to eligible nonprofit organizations up to $5,000 annually.

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Commuter Benefits

MassMutual offers a Qualified Commuter Program through which eligible employees can pay qualified workplace commuting expenses with before-tax dollars, as well as a commuter wallet option for employees based at Boston and NYC campuses.

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