Western Alliance Bank · 1 day ago
Principal Analyst I - Business Systems Analyst Digital Banking
Columbus, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
8+ years expWestern Alliance Bank is a wholly owned subsidiary of Western Alliance Bancorporation, and they are seeking a Principal Analyst I to lead activities that improve operational effectiveness within digital banking. The role involves analyzing current processes, developing solutions, and engaging with stakeholders to enhance business outcomes.
BankingFinanceFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Lead activities to review current processes and metrics that support operational effectiveness, identify constraints or opportunities that inhibit or accelerate the business and technology strategy
Develop options or approaches to improve business outcomes, and drive implementation of solutions to achieve desired results
Accountable for the development and review of artifacts to ensure they accurately describe current state processes, practices, and/or metrics, determining root cause for constraints in the process
Take part in the identification of alternative processes and practice options with associated impact on KRIs/KPIs or Operational Metrics
Track and communicate enhancements to the current process and practices as to whether the desired results are being realized through the use of data, metrics, and other quantitative measures
Engage with enterprise subject matter experts and stakeholders to tackle complex issues or opportunities that require significant coordination and alignment across different business units
Identify, socialize, and gather necessary approvals for the upkeep of, KRIs, KPIs, and Operational Metrics
Work on and be part of the team to deliver digital banking solutions
Work on data analysis, data mapping, and ensure data from the legacy platforms are correctly mapped and migrated to the targeted platforms
When needed, work with vendors and service providers to understand features, functionality, data to ensure timely delivery of the tasks
Provide production support, timely resolution of incidents, and communication to business stakeholders
Convert business requirements into system specifications, documenting it in tools like Jira, Confluence and Azure DevOps
Lead on programs and expected to lead activities to ensure that both the business outcomes of the project are achieved as well as the outcomes are aligned to our business strategy
Define the work breakdown structure for all involved teams, by setting and meeting the deadlines for that work, lead discussions to gather requirements and review artifacts, while working to resolve issues that impede progress
Develop list of critical documentation and artifacts to meet project objectives, complete of high-quality deliverables, and effectively communicate learnings, findings, impacts, and next steps with subject matter experts or project stakeholders
Use deep understanding of Microsoft Office tools, Diagramming Software (e.g. Lucid, Visio, etc.), and/or other appropriate technical tools in review of Banking processes, functions, or organizational models within a specific domain or functional area utilizing critical thinking skills and strong communication skills to develop clear and concise narratives or communications
Leverage Risk Management experience from a large financial institution subject to heightened standards, specifically in risk, compliance, or corporate governance
Qualification
Required
8+ years of related experience
Bachelor's degree in related field required
Advanced to expert in process and data analysis within one or two domains or functional areas with deep critical thinking skills
Experience working as a SME across one or two domains or functional areas
Advanced speaking and writing communication skills
Occasional travel required
Preferred
Previous leadership experience preferred
Advanced knowledge of general Financial Services or Banking is preferred
Advanced knowledge of applicable regulatory and legal compliance obligations, rules and regulations, industry standards and practices
Previous experience in working on digital transformation programs, Core and Digital Banking conversions (such as Fiserv, FIS, NCR, and Q2 Digital Banking)
Benefits
Competitive salaries
Ownership stake in the company
Medical and dental insurance
Time off
Great 401k matching program
Tuition assistance program
Employee volunteer program
Wellness program
Company
Western Alliance Bank
Western Alliance Bank is a banking firm that offers commercial and business banking solutions.
Founded in 1994Phoenix, Arizona, USA
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$400M2025-11-19Post Ipo Debt· $400M
2005-06-30IPO
Leadership Team
Tim Boothe
Chief Operating Officer
Barbara Kennedy
Chief Human Resources Officer
Recent News
2025-12-12
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