MUFG Sr. BC Trade Finance

Job Description

Job Purpose: The Senior Business Consultant is responsible for providing high level support and expertise in one or more implementation areas of the product throughout the stages of TEMENOS products implementation projects. The Senior Business Consultant focuses especially on more complex issues, and provides guidance and coaching to less experienced Consultants. The Senior Business Consultant is capable of working with clients or partners in leading the implementation of a specific product as part of the overall project delivery. Able to handle day to day challenges and owning the resolution of issues as they arise. The Senior Business Consultant will have a detailed level knowledge on a minimum of one particular product area, whilst also displaying similar awareness of industry and market trends/behaviors. A strong information sharing contribution to their aligned Centre of Excellence and input on Product and Process Improvement is also expected. Responsibilities and Accountabilities: Subject Matter Expert in Trade Finance Domain and should be conversant with the client on the Trade Finance cycle on an end to end basis Focus on more complex functional problems, generally without day-to-day supervision or direction. Provide guidance and advice to less experienced consultants in case of complex functional issues during the implementation and client relationships development. Has strong proficiency in the tools, systems, procedures that are used to accomplish the job Demonstrate strong Stakeholder Management Skills with all contacts Successfully implement respective Product specialism Take a lead role in ensuring the contribution of others adds value Coordinate with the TEMENOS maintenance groups to ensure that the product problems identified are understood and resolved Analyze client business requirements and relate them to TEMENOS products capability Identify and validate any gaps together with proposals for their resolution (e.g. workarounds or changes in processes) and ensure any solutions proposed are realistic and within the agreed scope of the project Define and validate customization needs for TEMENOS products as per agreed business definitions Writing of specifications, if and when needed, for local development and ensure Technical Consultants have a clear understanding of these specifications Prepare and perform the configuration of TEMENOS products through the definition of static and semi-static data for the installation of the core system Prepare and perform the functional testing to support User Acceptance Testing Review client organization, processes and workflows and propose of a post-picture to maximize the benefit from TEMENOS products Make recommendations on best banking practices to the Project Manager and alert him on practices that might damage the client s business or contradict legal requirements, before recognition as a problem by the client Conduct parts or all of the User training in a subject, which includes design, customization and update of Training Materials and Handouts Perform such other duties, functions and services, consistent with status or vocational ability, as may from time to time be required The role requires substantial travel. Skills and Qualifications: Professional with a minimum of eight years of experience in Finance, banking software consultancy or solutions vendor Experience in a trade finance solution with other banking solution providers, an operational role in a bank or in a consulting environment Minimum Bachelor s degree in banking and finance or equivalent Experience in a front-end client facing role is a must Must be fluent in English verbal and written. Additional language skills would be of benefit Banking Knowledge (expected to specialize in some, but have an awareness of all): Banking processes and operational models; knowledge on Trade Finance processing is mandatory; Knowledge specifically of the main APAC markets; Knowledge of end to end processing of Trade Finance products; Understanding of Temenos Core infrastructure Temenos portfolio with expert knowledge in one specific product. Strong awareness of Industry and market developments, good overall company knowledge Fully understand and be able to deploy the TEMENOS Implementation Methodology Knowledge in any of the following systems: T24, Misys, Flexcube, or equivalent trade finance applications Excellent communication and presentation skills Consultative and solution approach Being able to work independently or in a team Positive and proactive attitude Business Domain Knowledge about Trade Finance Willing to travel on a frequent basis. ,

Keyskills :
working with clientsuser acceptance testing front endfront office core bankingtrade finance user traininguser acceptance