Natixis in Portugal is a Centre of Expertise whose mission is to transform traditional banking by developing innovative solutions for the business, operations and work culture of Groupe BPCE worldwide.
As part of Groupe BPCE’s international division, Natixis in Portugal designs and delivers solutions for its two core areas – Corporate & Investment Banking and Asset & Wealth Management – as well as transversal services that support all entities across the Group.
With more than 3,000 employees representing 46 nationalities, the teams work across Information Technology, Banking Support Activities, and Compliance, in an integrated, inclusive, and cross-functional way, supporting all business lines and platforms of the Group.
A disruptive mindset and a culture of proximity and agility identify Natixis in Portugal Team and reflect the company's mission to transform traditional banking at a global scale: a perfect match in the Portuguese dynamics and entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Job DescriptionAs a Senior Business Analyst, you will have to participate in the evolution of the Rating and
LGD applications used to manage the counterparties rating and LGD calculation.
Your role will include:
- Gathering user requirements, performing requirements’ analysis and writing
- functional specifications
- Performing quality assurance, by defining and executing test cases
- Developing positive relationships with internal clients and stakeholders
- Designing, documenting and maintaining system processes
- Providing users with first line support
- Providing proposals on improving operational efficiency
- Acting as a mentor to less experienced staff
- Applying best practices for effective communication and problem-solving.
- Working in an Agile environment with a Scrum framework
Functional Skills:
- Professional / Academic knowledge in Economics/Finance/Risk
Management/Banking (must have)
- Experience as business analyst or having worked on IT projects in Financial Institutions must have)
Technical Skills:
- SQL knowledge (nice to have)
Soft Skills:
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly demanding, and dynamic environment.
- Autonomous, structured and proactive
- Client-centric mindset
- Great communication and organization skills
- Willingness to learn
Languages:
- English: Fluent (must have)
- French (nice to have
Our workplace reflects the vibrant spirit of our locations, with initiatives such as a Green Transportation Budget, electric bikes and a flexible Hybrid Work Policy. We promote wellbeing through the Honolulu Wellness Club, a Prayer Room, a Lactation Room, and themed Villages that inspire creativity and collaboration. Through our ESG and DEI strategies, we are committed to being inclusive, caring, and fair, ensuring every voice is heard and valued.
Skills Required
- Professional or academic knowledge of economics, finance, risk management, or banking
- Experience as a business analyst or working on IT projects in financial institutions
- Fluent English
- SQL knowledge
- French language skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding, dynamic environment
- Autonomous, structured, and proactive work style
- Client-centric mindset
- Strong communication and organization skills
- Willingness to learn
What We Do
Natixis in Portugal is a Centre of Expertise whose mission is to transform traditional banking by developing innovative solutions for the business, operations and work culture of Groupe BPCE worldwide. Natixis in Portugal is part of the Global Financial Services division, where it applies technology for the development of financial expertise in its two global business lines – Corporate & Investment Banking and Asset & Wealth Management – and, transversally, for the entities of Groupe BPCE. The Centre of Expertise, based in Porto, currently has more than 2,400 employees from over 30 nationalities, organised in three main departments: Information Technology, Banking Support Activities and Compliance. These teams work in an integrated, inclusive and transversal way, supporting and creating value for all the business lines and platforms of the group. For recruitment: [email protected] For other questions: [email protected]
