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Functional Tester - Settlements
PragueContractDaily Rate in EurosContract Business Analyst role focused on securities settlement systems, working on critical post-trade platforms within a leading financial markets environment. We’re looking for a Business Analyst with strong functional testing experience to support the delivery of complex settlement system changes. You’ll work closely with IT, functional analysts, and business stakeholders to ensure new functionality is delivered to the highest quality standards. This is a contract role until the end of the year, with a strong likelihood of extension, offering a competitive daily rate in EUR and a hybrid setup with 2–3 days onsite in Prague. What you’ll be doing Reviewing functional and system requirements for settlement-related changes Defining functional acceptance criteria and test approaches Executing system, UAT and business acceptance testing (BAT) Reporting test progress and documenting defects clearly Supporting issue resolution across IT and business teams Assisting with customer testing activities and internal user training Contributing across the full project lifecycle using structured methodologies Essential skills & experience Business Analyst or Functional Analyst experience within securities settlement or post-trade 2–3+ years in a financial institution or securities-focused IT environment Strong functional testing / UAT experience Solid SQL and database knowledge Experience with tools such as Jira and collaboration platforms Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail Fluent English (written and spoken) Nice to have SWIFT messaging knowledge Exposure to use case modelling Experience supporting customer testing Location: Prague — 2–3 days onsite per week Interested? Apply now or contact Skillfinder International for a confidential discussion. We specialise in contract and permanent hiring across financial services and technology projects throughout Europe.
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Lead AI Engineer
BrusselsContract12 month contract or permanentLead AI Engineer – Drive Scalable AI Innovation in Brussels (Hybrid | Perm or Freelance) Are you passionate about designing and scaling production-grade AI systems? Join a cutting-edge technology and research organisation in Brussels that’s investing heavily in AI and data-driven innovation. This is your chance to take a leading role in shaping the future of intelligent systems, either on a permanent basis or as a 12-month freelance consultant. You’ll work within a high-performing data team to architect and enhance cloud-based AI services used across multiple business units. With a strong focus on performance, scalability, and resilience, you’ll mentor engineers and lead the development of Python-based services that drive real-world impact. What you’ll be doing: Designing and evolving scalable AI and data analytics architecture in the cloud Leading initiatives to boost performance and reliability of ML systems and pipelines Building Python-based backend services for machine learning and data workloads Mentoring engineers and championing best practices in code quality and resilience Essential Skills: Strong Python engineering background Hands-on experience with ML frameworks (e.g. PyTorch, TensorFlow) Cloud-native development (preferably AWS) Deep understanding of machine learning techniques and model deployment Proven track record delivering production-grade AI/data analytics solutions Exposure to large language models or graph-based learning approaches Advanced degree in a STEM field Why apply? Hybrid working from a modern Brussels tech hub Choose your contract type: permanent or 12-month freelance Work on meaningful AI projects with a talented team Interested? Apply now or reach out to Tim at tgriffin@skillfindergroup.com for a confidential chat.
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Lead Business Consultant (Comm Server)
Remote - Canadian timezoneContractCOMP2x Lead Business Consultant – SimCorp Dimension (Hands-on Configuration) Allocation 100% Location Remote - Canadian time zone Contract Duration Start Date: 1 February 2026 End Date: 28 February 2027 Role Overview We are seeking a Lead Business Consultant with strong hands-on configuration experience in SimCorp Dimension to support the setup and integration of External Manager data into Trade Manager. This is a delivery-focused role requiring direct involvement in configuration, data imports, and troubleshooting. The consultant will work closely with business and technical stakeholders to design, configure, and implement External Manager integrations using CommServer, Trade Manager, and DMS. Note: This is not a purely advisory or functional role. Candidates must have recent, hands-on configuration experience in SimCorp Dimension. Key Responsibilities Lead the configuration of External Manager setups in SimCorp Dimension Configure and maintain CSV-based data imports for External Managers, including: Instrument data Weights Security IDs Design and configure CommServer adapters and mappings, converting external CSV files into standard SimCorp formats by instrument type Configure and support instrument creation and maintenance in Trade Manager Support instrument creation workflows via Trade Manager and/or DMS requests Configure imports related to fund certificates, ensuring correct linkage of weights and securities Manage and configure approximately 26 External Manager files Troubleshoot and resolve data import, instrument setup, and integration issues Act as a lead consultant, providing guidance while remaining hands-on throughout delivery Required Skills & Experience (Must-Have) Strong hands-on experience with SimCorp Dimension configuration Proven experience configuring External Manager setups Hands-on configuration of CommServer for CSV-based data imports Experience mapping and importing data by instrument type Hands-on experience configuring complex financial instruments in Trade Manager Experience with DMS for instrument creation requests and workflows Strong understanding of how instrument setup and imports impact downstream processes Ability to work independently and lead configuration activities end-to-end Nice to Have Experience with fund certificates and portfolio weight imports Experience in fund-of-funds or externally managed mandates Experience working on large SimCorp implementation or upgrade programs Background with SimCorp partners or long-term SimCorp delivery roles Seniority Senior / Lead level Suitable for experienced SimCorp consultants with a strong configuration background Advisory-only or reporting-focused profiles are not suitable
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Functional Tester - Settlements
PragueContractDaily Rate in EurosContract Business Analyst role focused on securities settlement systems, working on critical post-trade platforms within a leading financial markets environment. We’re looking for a Business Analyst with strong functional testing experience to support the delivery of complex settlement system changes. You’ll work closely with IT, functional analysts, and business stakeholders to ensure new functionality is delivered to the highest quality standards. This is a contract role until the end of the year, with a strong likelihood of extension, offering a competitive daily rate in EUR and a hybrid setup with 2–3 days onsite in Prague. What you’ll be doing Reviewing functional and system requirements for settlement-related changes Defining functional acceptance criteria and test approaches Executing system, UAT and business acceptance testing (BAT) Reporting test progress and documenting defects clearly Supporting issue resolution across IT and business teams Assisting with customer testing activities and internal user training Contributing across the full project lifecycle using structured methodologies Essential skills & experience Business Analyst or Functional Analyst experience within securities settlement or post-trade 2–3+ years in a financial institution or securities-focused IT environment Strong functional testing / UAT experience Solid SQL and database knowledge Experience with tools such as Jira and collaboration platforms Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail Fluent English (written and spoken) Nice to have SWIFT messaging knowledge Exposure to use case modelling Experience supporting customer testing Location: Prague — 2–3 days onsite per week Interested? Apply now or contact Skillfinder International for a confidential discussion. We specialise in contract and permanent hiring across financial services and technology projects throughout Europe.
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Credit And Market Risk Monitoring
LuxembourgContractNegotiableCredit & Market Risk) Contract: 6 months (with possibility of extension) Location: Luxembourg City Centre Onsite: Full-time About the Role This role will play a key part in supporting the Credit & Market Risks Business Unit, particularly during the LUCA project, a major transformation of the bank’s accounting system. You will handle day-to-day production activities, ensuring continuity and quality of risk monitoring processes, while enabling senior experts to focus on complex and high-value topics. Key Responsibilities Provide production support and backup for: Credit Risk Market Risk Market Activities Monitoring Clearing & Execution Risk Take ownership of routine production tasks, including: Performing risk controls and checks Producing and validating reports Support the LUCA project by: Adapting existing risk monitoring tools to the new accounting system Participating in IT-related activities, including: EdB (data preparation/analysis) User Acceptance Testing (UAT) Attending and contributing to LUCA project workshops Work closely with business and IT teams to ensure smooth operational delivery during the transition period Required Skills & Experience Background or strong interest in Credit Risk and/or Market Risk within a banking or financial services environment Experience with operational risk monitoring, controls, or reporting Comfortable working with systems, data, and structured processes Ability to manage routine tasks accurately and reliably in a production environment Strong attention to detail and a proactive, supportive mindset Fluent English and French advantageous Additional Information 6-month contract, with potential for extension Full-time onsite role based in Luxembourg City Centre Excellent opportunity to gain exposure to a large-scale banking transformation project
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BA/PM Market And Credit Risk
LuxembourgContractnegotiableProject Manager / Business Analyst – Credit & Market Risk As part of the LUCA project (bank accounting system transformation), the Credit & Market Risk business unit—covering Credit Risk, Market Risk, Market Activities Monitoring, and Risk Clearing & Execution—is required to adapt existing tools, contribute to IT developments (EdB, UAT), and actively participate in LUCA project workshops. Key Responsibilities Conduct detailed impact analysis of the accounting system transformation, including systems and chart of accounts Capture, formalize, and document business requirements (EdB) for the Credit & Market Risk function, in coordination with IT teams responsible for tool adaptation and development Contribute to project steering and governance: Monitor IT deliverables and project milestones Produce workshop reports and track progress against the project plan Support change management for Risk and Accounting systems: Prepare user guides and functional documentation Organize and deliver training sessions on new Credit & Market Risk systems and processes Organize and deliver training sessions on new accounting systems (SAP & TRBK)
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