Senior Business Systems Associate, PGIM Global Services ( Newark, NJ / Hybrid) (Information Technology)

Job Classification:

Technology - Agile, Delivery, & Product

A GLOBAL FIRM WITH A DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE CULTURE
As the Global Asset Management business of Prudential, we're always looking for ways to improve financial services. We're passionate about making a meaningful impact - touching the lives of millions and solving financial challenges in an ever-changing world.
We also believe talent is key to achieving our vision and are intentional about building a culture on respect and collaboration. When you join PGIM, you'll unlock a motivating and impactful career – all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world's leading global asset managers!
If you're not afraid to think differently and challenge the status quo, come and be a part of a dedicated team that's investing in your future by shaping tomorrow today.

What you can expect

• Acts as liaison between Operations, Business and Systems personnel to support unit's business needs through computer systems and/or policy administration rules.

• Represents user area in all systems enhancements/design activities and answers questions/resolves problems with systems user and/or Operations.

• Gathers client requirements for a business process change and communicates those terms to systems personnel and/or Operations.

• This position stresses knowledge of the business as well as technology.  Programming is not required but is a plus. 

• Identifying solutions to complex business problems by gathering, analyzing, and documenting business and systems requirements to enhance operational performance.

• Reviewing user and/or Operations requests and conducts data-gathering interviews.

• Writing business specifications/requirements/rules, redesigning applications\processes, creating mockups, and analyzing user data.

• Partnering closely with clients and developers to work through the phases of systems development lifecycle (SDLC).

• Creating test plans to validate that system functionality satisfies associated business requirements.

• Designing and implementing test for systems changes. Developing test cases matrices, creating actual test cases, executing the test, reviewing of actual vs. expected results, communicating and resolving issues and documenting results.

• Interacting with product owners/clients, other business analysts, software developers and testers in the group.

• Utilizing various technologies which may include (but are not limited to) Jira, Excel, SQL, Visio, Python, Sellenium, Oracle, SQL Server, PowerBI/Tableau, Cognos, Xceptor. 

What you will bring

• Accredited bachelor's degree or commensurate experience.  Preferred (or required if applicable) majors include Management Information Systems (MIS), Business Analytics and Information Technology (BAIT). Business, Accounting, Computer Science, Finance, Economics,  preferred.  A business and technology major/minor combination is ideal; Minimum 3.1 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) preferred.

• Experience, college related coursework with investments (fixed income, equity or derivatives) or investment accounting systems is a plus.

• Incumbents typically have 1-5 years related experience and strong working knowledge of the supported business functions and workflow; Familiarity with systems and transactions supporting the business functions;

• Solid working knowledge of systems design process and methodology; Familiarity with testing tools. 

• Knowledge of the system support (including inputs, screens, processing logic, output, reports as well as interface with the other systems is helpful.

• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.  

• Strong project management, organization and communication skills.

• Experience with SQL and related tools (e.g., Microsoft Query, Rapid SQL, DBeaver, etc.) preferred.

• Proficiency with PC skills (MS Office suite including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, SharePoint, OneDrive, MS Project, and Outlook, dataflow, database and reporting, testing, project management, SQL, data processing/manipulation, compare tools, automated test tools, client server applications, data visualization, workflow, robotics).

What will set you apart?

• Knowledge of the Software Development Life-Cycle preferred and Agile methodology a plus

• Experience with Cognos or other reporting platforms is a plus. 

• Experience with business analysis, requirements, software testing or proficiency tools (e.g., automated testing tools, compare tools, robotics, data visualization, Python) a plus

• Experience with Xceptor or other Reconciliation platforms is a plus. 

*PGIM welcomes all applicants, even if you don't meet every requirement. If your skills align with the role, we encourage you to apply.

Note: Prudential is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The salary range for this role is from $90,000 to $110,000. Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills.

What we offer you:

• Market competitive base salaries, with a yearly bonus potential at every level. 

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and leave of absences, such as parental and military leave. 

• 401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%). 

• Company-funded pension plan. 

• Wellness Programs including up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs. 

• Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and mental health, and career development.  

• Education Benefit to help finance traditional college enrollment toward obtaining an approved degree and many accredited certificate programs.  

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Shares can be purchased at 85% of the lower of two prices (Beginning or End of the purchase period), after one year of service. 

Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. To find out more about our Total Rewards package, visit Work Life Balance | Prudential Careers. Some of the above benefits may not apply to part-time employees scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week.