Western Alliance Bank · 1 week ago
Principal Analyst I - Digital Account Origination
Columbus, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
8+ years expWestern Alliance Bank is a wholly owned subsidiary of Western Alliance Bancorporation. The Principal Analyst I will work on the Digital Account Onboarding platform, providing SME expertise, improving business outcomes, and ensuring compliance with banking regulations.
BankingFinanceFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Work on data analysis, data mapping, and ensure the requirements are clear to design interfaces and integrations
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 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. This position will also 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
Experience working as an IT/Systems analyst for enterprise platforms and initiatives, and within the financial services industry
Experience working with cross functional business and IT stakeholders
Technical experience in data, integrations (API, Batch), SaaS and Cloud native platforms
Experience in SDLC, ITSM, and Agile methodology is highly desirable
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
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
Preferred
Industry certifications such as PMI Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA) or IIBA Certified Business Analysis Professional Certified Product Owner is preferred
Previous Leadership experience is preferred
Preferred experience in working on digital transformation programs, Core (such as FIS IBS, Fiserv, Flexcube) and Digital Account Origination platforms (such as Temenos Journey Manager, Mantl, Jack Henry)
Benefits
Competitive salaries
An ownership stake in the company
Medical and dental insurance
Time off
A great 401k matching program
Tuition assistance program
An employee volunteer program
A 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
CHRO, EVP
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