Are you a detail-oriented and business-driven individual with a passion for data discovery and analytical reporting? We are seeking a Business Analyst to join our team at ScotiaTech, Scotiabank's innovative Technology hub in Bogotá. Purpose The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data-centric environments, with experience working with cross-functional teams in Agile or hybrid delivery models. They will be responsible for bridging the gap between business needs and technical solutions by translating complex requirements into actionable insights. The successful candidate will be skilled in identifying data-driven opportunities, enhancing business processes, and enabling informed decision-making across organizational levels. Key Responsibilities - Champion a customer-focused culture to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems, and knowledge. - Data Discovery: - Identify and document data sources, flows, and gaps relevant to business initiatives. - Collaborate with data engineering teams to understand infrastructure, schemas, and data lineage. - Conduct stakeholder interviews to uncover analytical needs and use cases. - Partner with subject matter experts (SMEs) across business lines to gather functional requirements. - Facilitate cross-functional workshops to ensure shared understanding and alignment of goals. - Translate business needs into clear, actionable technical specifications. - Data Analysis & Reporting: - Analyze structured and unstructured data to derive insights and support decision-making. - Build and maintain dashboards, scorecards, and ad hoc reports to track KPIs and business performance. - Validate data accuracy and integrity across systems and reports. - Process Improvement: - Assess current-state business processes and recommend improvements leveraging data insights. - Support the development of automated reporting workflows and streamlined intake models. - Understand how the Bank's risk appetite and risk culture should be incorporated into day-to-day activities and decisions. - Actively pursue effective and efficient operations of his/her respective areas in accordance with Scotiabank's Values, its Code of Conduct, and the Global Sales Principles. - Champion a high-performance environment and contribute to an inclusive work environment. Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Data Analytics, Computer Science, or related field. - A Master's degree is considered an asset. - 3+ years of experience as a Business Analyst in data-centric or analytics-driven environments. - Prior experience working with cross-functional teams in Agile or hybrid delivery models. - Exposure to financial services, banking, or regulated industries preferred. - Proficiency in Excel, and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Looker). - Familiarity with data mapping, process modeling (BPMN, Visio), and documentation tools (Confluence, JIRA). - Understanding of data governance, metadata, and quality frameworks. - Strong leadership, stakeholder communication, and problem-solving abilities. Working Conditions Work in a standard office-based environment; non-standard hours are a common occurrence.