Trade Surveillance Business Analyst (BA) - FX & Onetick

About Synechron

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry‑leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end‑to‑end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile‑first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 16,850+, and has 60 offices in 20 countries within key global markets.

Our Challenge

We are seeking a knowledgeable and detail‑oriented Trade Surveillance Business Analyst with expertise in Foreign Exchange (FX) trading and Onetick surveillance platform. The ideal candidate will be responsible for analyzing trading activities, identifying potential violations, and enhancing the surveillance processes to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Additional Information

• The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors.
• In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Iselin, NJ is $65/hr – $70/hr & benefits (see below).

Role

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary liaison between business, technology, and compliance teams for FX trade surveillance initiatives.
• Gather, analyze, and document business requirements related to FX trading and surveillance processes.
• Develop and refine surveillance rules and alerts on the Onetick platform to identify suspicious trading activities.
• Conduct detailed analysis of trading data and patterns to differentiate between legitimate trading activities and potential misconduct.
• Support the implementation of new surveillance tools and enhancements to existing systems.
• Collaborate with IT and vendor teams to troubleshoot issues and optimize the surveillance platform.
• Assist in audit and regulatory reviews by providing relevant documentation and insights.
• Stay updated on regulatory requirements affecting FX trading and surveillance practices.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Business Analyst in Trade Surveillance, specifically with FX trading.
• Hands‑on experience with the Onetick surveillance platform is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of FX markets, products, and trading strategies.
• In‑depth knowledge of trade surveillance rules, frameworks, and regulatory expectations.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret large datasets and identify patterns.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Information Technology, or related field; additional certifications are a plus.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with other surveillance tools or market abuse detection systems.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards such as CFTC, FINRA, and BCBS239.
• Experience in data analysis, SQL, or scripting for data queries.

We Offer

• A multinational organization with 60 offices in 20 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long‑term disability.
• Flexible hybrid policy.
• RRSP with employer’s contribution up to 4%.
• A higher education certification policy.
• On‑demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5,000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier‑one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A truly diverse, fun‑loving and global work culture.

Synechron’s Diversity & Inclusion Statement

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative “Same Difference” is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company.

We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

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