Business Analyst

Primary Job Title: Business Analyst /Operations Analyst
Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid - First 3 months 100% onsite; 4 days onsite starting November)
Shift/Work Schedule: Monday to Friday - Core business hours
Date Posted: 7/29/25
Employment Type: Contract (6+ Months)
Salary Range: C$25 - 30/hr

The Operations Analyst I will support the transaction lifecycle of documentary letters of credit, collections, and payments. This role demands a working knowledge of international rules (UCP 600, ISBP 725, URC 522, ISP 98, URDG 758), local and foreign statutory requirements, and a high regard for internal policies and regulatory compliance.

The Business Analyst will provide technical subject matter expertise to the team, maintain a strong risk management culture, and act as the primary contact for trade finance transactions. This includes handling complex trade finance instruments, working closely with clients and internal partners, and ensuring timely, compliant, and accurate transaction execution.

You will be responsible for identifying potential AML and ATF red flags, supporting risk mitigation, and leading or participating in small-scale initiatives and cross-functional projects.

• Handle the full transaction lifecycle of documentary letters of credit and collections

• Apply advanced knowledge of ICC trade finance rules and regulations

• Maintain compliance with internal risk, AML, ATF, and business continuity protocols

• Act as the main client contact for technical trade finance matters

• Coach, mentor, and support team members and new clients

• Provide solutions to complex trade transactions while mitigating operational risk

• Analyze and prioritize workflow to meet multiple deadlines

• Represent the trade finance function in projects and stakeholder meetings

• Manage daily financial decisions and ensure issuance of compliant trade instruments

• Execute ad hoc requests of moderate to high complexity and financial impact

• Propose process enhancements and identify areas of straight-through processing (STP)

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, International Business, or related discipline

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of Trade Finance Operations experience (preferably with a financial institution)

• Working knowledge of AML and ATF practices in Trade Finance

• Strong Microsoft Office skills; other programming tools are an asset

• Industry-specific experience across diverse sectors is preferred

Certifications (Nice to Have)

• CDCS and/or CSDG certifications

Key Competencies

• Strong risk management and accountability

• Ability to multitask, lead small initiatives, and work independently or in a team

• Excellent listening, conflict resolution, and communication skills

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities

• Comfortable interacting with stakeholders at all levels

Top 10 banks in Canada and North America offer comprehensive financial solutions. Providing retail, commercial, wealth management, and wholesale banking services, the institution helps clients thrive in today’s evolving market.

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we value diverse and inclusive workplaces. We proudly serve Fortune 500 companies in banking, insurance, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail across the U.S. and Canada.

We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!

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