Our client in the financial services industry is seeking a Lead Business Analyst to join their team. As a Lead Business Analyst, you will be part of the Data Book of Work team supporting various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, be highly organized, and have experience with large data sets. **Job Title:** Lead Business Analyst **Location:** Jersey City, NJ **Pay Range:** Competitive, based on experience **What's the Job?** + In-depth financial reporting and analysis on the Data Book of Work + Understanding and articulating changes to the financial metrics and headcount associated with the data book of work + Tracking and rationalizing of change management process related to the Book of Work + Monitoring of Investment Requests and project-related financial measures across the data book of work + Providing day-to-day management of individual project responsibilities including milestone setting, task and action management, coordination and execution of plans within required timelines and to stakeholder quality expectations + Fostering and maintaining relationships with business stakeholders, support, testing and development team members + Identifying key project risks, whether stated or not, and managing to resolution or escalating accordingly + Acting as a subject matter expert for senior stakeholders and /or other team members + Appropriately assessing risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation. Safeguarding the client, its clients, and assets by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations; adhering to policy; applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices; and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency. **What's Needed?** + 5-7 years of experience + Experience with excel and large data sets is a must + Must be extremely organized, motivated and a self-starter + Ability to prioritize is key as is ability to juggle several tasks at once + Must work well under pressure while remaining enthusiastic, hard-working and positive + Desire to improve processes + Track record as a Business Analyst within the Financial Services/Investment Banking industry + Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to facilitate discussions + Ability to quickly grasp and master new concepts / requirements and related product / functional knowledge + Team player and relationship management skills + Ability to learn/understand some technical implications of system design + Willingness to ask questions, challenge the process and seek out answers + Ability to work independently, exercise judgement and autonomy, multi-task, and take ownership of various parts of a project or initiative + Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills + Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision. + Bachelors/University degree **What's in it for me?** + Opportunity to work with a leading financial services company + Competitive pay + Opportunity for growth and development + Health, dental, and vision insurance + 401(k) plan with employer match If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you! **About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells** _ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent. ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.