Location Brookfield Chicago - 350 N Orleans Street, Suite 300 Business At Brookfield Properties, we believe retail should be anything but typical. It’s why we’re integrating shopping, dining, entertainment, and more to reimagine retail experiences everywhere. Because for us, retail isn’t just about managing properties or redeveloping malls. It’s about creating inspiring spaces that draw consumers in. It’s about helping our tenants build their brand in a big way. It’s about contributing to our communities. And, more than anything, it’s about bringing people together. If you’re ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply. Job Description Position Summary The Business Analyst of IT (Information Technology) Strategy & Portfolio Management will be responsible for driving cross-functional special projects and initiatives, supporting our overall IT planning capability, and owning core processes to support the overall success of our IT department. The primary day-to-day focus of the role will be working collaboratively with cross-functional teams on initiative-based execution, driving process standardization and efficiencies, and supporting the establishment of project and portfolio governance best practices. An entrepreneurial, cross-functional attitude to team building and an adaptable approach to dealing with ambiguous work is key to success in this role. Responsibilities + Lead the execution of special projects and initiatives across our IT programs + Clearly and actively communicate requirements, deliverables, timelines and budget status throughout program lifecycle + Ensure cross- functional alignment of milestones and timelines for successful deployment + Track schedules, update reports and communicate program status to key stakeholders throughout the corporate organization + Create clear, concise deliverables and business cases for program initiatives + Contribute to cross-functional work teams and foster close partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders + Manage vendor expectations, RFP/RFI processes, and engage in vendor evaluations + Support core IT portfolio processes related to collaborative planning and tracking + Ensure end results are of the highest caliber with clearly articulated success measures and quantifiable benefits + Build and manage stakeholder relationships with business partners, users, vendors, customers, project team members and management leaders Qualifications + High School Diploma or GED Required + Bachelor’s degree in related area preferred + Minimum 2-3 years of relevant work experience in Business Analysis + Experience in a variety of technology-based projects or programs + Excellent communication skills and the ability to build and effectively manage relationships with stakeholders, senior management and staff working independently or as part of a team + Working knowledge in project and budget management + Excellent communication skills with the ability to lead conversations and create stakeholder engagement with clients and colleagues across an organizational hierarchy + Strong demonstrated ability in PowerPoint, Excel, MS Project and other Microsoft tools to develop strategies, status reports, and initiative summaries + Comfort utilizing Agile and Lean methodologies to navigate a matrix organization effectively with solid influencing skills Compensation + Salary type: Exempt  + Pay Frequency: Bi-weekly + Annual Base Salary Range: $95,000 - $105,000  + Annual Bonus: 15% Benefit Information + Competitive compensation + Medical, Dental and Vision beginning day 1 + 401(k) Company matching + 401(k) Vests on Day 1 + Career development programs + Charitable donation matching + Generous Paid Time Off (vacation, personal holidays, paid sick time) + Paid Volunteer Hours + Paid Parental Leave + Family planning assistance including IVF, surrogacy and adoption options + Wellness and mental health resources + Pet insurance offering + Childcare Assistance + Commuter benefits + A culture on our values of Act with Integrity, Build Mutual Trust, Take Initiative and Win Together. We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are grateful for your interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for pre-screening will be contacted. #BPR At Brookfield Properties, our success starts with our people. People like you. We develop, operate, and manage more than 1100 properties and 395 million square feet of real estate across the globe. It’s a feat that wouldn’t be possible without our team, a diverse group of creative visionaries and innovative experts who are relentless in pursuit of one goal: to ensure our buildings don’t simply meet the needs of our tenants, residents, and communities — but exceed them, every day.