Senior Business Analyst

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Would you like to be a significant contributor to implementing and maintaining an effective 1st LoD controls management framework in Danske Bank by leveraging your technical and analytical expertise?

Are you motivated by solving complex problems, working with large datasets, and applying technical skills to ensure robust business processes? We are looking for a Senior Business Analyst with strong coding skills (especially in SQL), analytical capabilities, and an interest in interpreting and applying complex legislation to ensure effective controls for Danske Bank and its customers.

Our team works with risks and controls related to key regulatory frameworks such as MiFID, Dodd-Frank, SFTR, and EMIR. Skills or experience with these regulatory areas would be highly beneficial.

We are looking for a Senior Business Analyst who will contribute to delivering a robust testing framework within regulatory risk areas in Danske Bank.
The Business Controls and Product Management (BCPM) department is central in supporting the Business in reaching its strategic goals, with reporting lines to the heads of the three business units: Large Corporates & Institutions, Business Customers, and Personal Customers.

About the role – develop, improve, and manage testing

Core Functions is home to an independent 1st Line of Defence (LoD) control testing unit within BCPM, separate from the control ownership and operation in the business units. The aim is to ensure that controls are designed and operated effectively. You will work closely with colleagues within BCPM, at all levels, as well as key stakeholders from 1st, 2nd, and 3rd LoD.

Depending on your experience and knowledge, we may offer you a different seniority for the role.

This role does not include a relocation allowance.

You will:

Develop and implement comprehensive control testing for regulatory risks, including test scripts for key controls, test frequency, etc.
Analyse and interpret testing results to identify issues, root causes, and improvement opportunities for regulatory risks across business areas
Improve and optimise existing code, particularly in SQL and SAS, to enhance efficiency and accuracy in testing processes
Investigate and resolve issues with no conclusive manual by applying a problem-solving mindset and a willingness to dig deep into details
Identify opportunities for test automation for key controls and work in partnership with Core Functions teams
Interpret and apply complex legislation and ensure control outputs are compliant with regulatory requirements, specifically related to MiFID, Dodd-Frank, SFTR, and EMIR
Support the escalation of test results and monitoring for senior management and governing risk committees

About you:

Have Strong technical skills, with the ability to read, write, and optimise code (SQL is essential; SAS is a plus)
Have proven experience in analysing and debugging code to identify issues and root causes
Have experience with non-financial risk management, particularly in regulatory risks. The knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as MiFID, Dodd-Frank, SFTR, and EMIR would be highly beneficial
Have experience or knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as MiFID, Dodd-Frank, SFTR, and EMIR, it would be highly beneficial
Possess a knowledge of financial products and processes, with the ability to combine risk management principles with business needs
Are willing to read and interpret complex legislation while working with large datasets to assess their impact on financial controls and processes
Have a methodological approach with a willingness to dive into complex problems and work on issues where no predefined solutions exist
Are proficient in written communication and able to convey complex findings clearly and concisely
Are advanced in spoken and written English, with additional knowledge of either a Nordic language, Polish, or Lithuanian being a plus

We offer:

Monthly salary range from 3600 EUR to 5400 EUR gross (based on your competencies relevant for the job).

Additionally, each Danske Bank employee receives employee benefits package which includes:

Growth opportunities: professional & supportive team, e-learnings, numerous development programs; (incl. professional certificates); 100+ professions for internal mobility opportunities.
Health & Well-being: a diverse, inclusive, work & life balance work environment; additional health insurance; mental well-being practices; partial psychologist counselling compensation; silence and sleep zones at the office; game rooms.
Hybrid working conditions: Work from home up to two days a week; home office budget (after the probation period); modern Danske Campus workplace developed with anthropologist for the best employee experience.
Additional days of leave: for rest, health, volunteering, exams in higher education institutions, and other important activities. Moreover, for seniority with Danske Bank.
Monetary compensation package: accidents & critical diseases insurance; financial support in case of unfortunate events, travel insurance; IIIrd Pillar Pension Fund contribution.