Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced Business Analyst / Consultant with strong expertise in Finastra Fusion Loan IQ System. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in Loan IQ implementations, interface development, SDK scripting, and end-to-end process flows in syndicated and bilateral lending. The role also requires business analysis, QA, and testing expertise to support banking system integration and ensure robust, compliant delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement, support, and optimize Loan IQ system solutions (minimum 5 years of experience required).

• Develop and maintain SDK-based scripts (inquiry, event management, scripted API, scripted batch).

• Work with Loan IQ data dictionary (7.7.X version) and maintain deep understanding of system framework.

• Debug and resolve interface and functional issues in Loan IQ applications.

• Configure and support Loan IQ modules: Customer setup, Deal building, Facility building, Portfolio management, Secondary sales, Payments (principal, interest, fee), Fee types, Circles, Trade tickets, Swaps, Collaterals, Adhoc queries, Ticklers, Repayment schedules.

• Manage RFR functionality, MX payments, GL entry generation, batch accounting, and online accounting.

• Perform business analysis and QA: Review business requirement specifications (BRS), prepare functional specifications, test cases, and ensure test coverage (SIT/UAT).

• Conduct defect lifecycle management, regression testing, and execution status reporting.

• Support system integration with core banking systems and ensure alignment with business processes.

• Provide technical assistance in system evaluation, development of procedures, and business cycle specifications.

• Document business requirements, user manuals, training materials, and ensure high standards of data protection.

• Collaborate with system analysts, developers, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.

Technical Skills

• Loan IQ SDK development (inquiry script, event triggers, scripted API, scripted batch).

• Strong knowledge of Loan IQ framework, data model, functionalities, RFR, MX payments.

• Competent in nightly batches, accounting, pricing, accruals.

• Core Java/J2EE, XML, Rest API.

• Oracle (packages, stored procedures).

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Computer Science, MIS, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in banking system implementations and support, with at least 3 years in IT.

• Proven expertise in Loan IQ system, functional configurations, and end-to-end process flows.

• Experience in test scope analysis, regression testing, SIT/UAT.

• Strong experience in business process mapping and banking domain knowledge.

Soft Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication in English; Arabic is an advantage.

• Strong analytical, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.

• Excellent time management and ability to work in a deadline-driven environment.

• Team player with strong customer service orientation.

• Commitment to high standards of confidentiality and data protection.