Business Analyst (Level II)

Company: Tailored Management
Location: Chicago
Posted on: December 2, 2025

Job Description:

Business Analyst (Level II) Pay Rate: $40.36/hour, paid weekly Location: 540 W Madison St., Chicago, IL Schedule: Hybrid Minimum of 3 days onsite (mandatory) Start Date: ASAP Expected Contract Duration: 6 months (with potential extension) Job Description The Business Analyst (Level II) will serve as a key escalation point for the F&O Margin team and act as a primary liaison for internal and external stakeholders. This role supports the firms collateralization activities, ensuring daily monitoring, execution, and compliance related to margin documentation and trading counterparties. The analyst will also contribute to strategic planning, new product onboarding, risk oversight, and industry initiatives, while supporting staff development within the team. Core responsibilities include managing collateral processes, resolving margin discrepancies, collaborating with Credit/Risk Management, and facilitating timely client inquiry resolutions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills, in-depth knowledge of ETD/F&O markets, and a proven ability to perform under deadlines while upholding rigorous internal controls. Responsibilities Serve as the primary point of contact and escalation for the F&O Margin team, managing stakeholder communication and addressing client trade, settlement, and margin-related inquiries. Oversee daily collateralization activities, including monitoring margin requirements, executing collateral substitutions, and managing collateral bookings/releases (Pledged & Lodged). Ensure timely coverage of all client margin calls, resolve discrepancies, and escalate margin fails to Credit/Risk Management and Operations Management as needed. Support strategic initiatives by onboarding new products, contributing to planning efforts, executing FX transaction requests, and participating in industry initiatives and process improvements. Uphold strong risk and control practices by assisting with audits, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements, supporting staff development, and maintaining knowledge of bank controls and procedures. Required Skills Strong understanding of financial markets, particularly ETD/F&O, with the ability to apply knowledge to daily operations and strategic initiatives. Confidently engages senior stakeholders across Sales, Trading, Product Control, Credit, and Legal, maintaining professional and effective communication. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering high-quality output. Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities, with strong organizational skills and the capacity to prioritize responsibilities under strict deadlines. Experience implementing and maintaining business controls, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements. Essential Requirements / Experience Experience in the Financial Services or Banking industry. Minimum 2 years of professional team-based experience. Desired Skills Bachelors degree in Finance or related field. Experience in Finance, Risk Management, or Treasury. Familiarity with listed FFO and OTC Derivatives lifecycle processes. TM2

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