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BUSINESS SYSTEMS ANALYST III - CM
WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?
Support the Capital Markets Division and Partners to develop, test, implement, and end-user training and support of a wide variety of the Bank's systems involved in the various division specific systems and processes. Serve as the business expert for the development, maintenance, training, regulatory compliance and support of all processes related to systems. Coordinate business unit efforts required for project implementation and oversees all required post-implementation tasks to ensure business unit satisfaction. This role requires the ability to translate business problems into solutions/approaches driven by data analysis, business acumen, creativity, and clear, concise and effective communication. Perform system administrative, configuration and reporting functions in the division which are not handled by Technology & Innovation division. Runs database queries or creates Reports in support of management information needs.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
- Determine business unit system needs and objectives and consults with business unit regarding problems with current business applications or systems, enhancements, or new functionality.
- Prepare business and system requirements for maintenance/enhancements and present recommendations to division management.
- Gather and writes-up business and system requirements, prepare test scripts, quality controls all changes, develop and code documents and supports the division credit, loan documentation and loan services teams for trouble shooting hardware and software.
- Serve as Subject Matter Expert on a particular system and its data, and guide the development activities with assumptions and data dependencies.
- Collaborate with T&I, Legal, Product Management and others to create and implement correct forms, products and services as they relate to the system application.
- Provide system application support to end-users and effectively troubleshoot system application problems. Make system configuration changes or coordinate changes with vendors or T&I to correct identified problems.
- Gather and writes-up business and system requirements, prepare test scripts, quality controls all changes, develop and documents and supports the division for trouble shooting data issues.
- Run queries against application databases and/or the Bank’s data warehouse and assists with the preparation of periodic or ad hoc reports for distribution to line units, senior management, risk management units (e.g. Audit, Compliance and/or Credit Risk Review) or third parties (e.g. OCC, external auditors).
- Maintain current knowledge of related regulatory and bank policies and procedures.
- Represent the Bank by actively participating in outside civic and community affairs, business and industry-related organizations, and other professional activities as appropriate.
- Complies fully with all Bank Administrative, Operational and Credit policies and procedures as well as all regulatory requirements (e.g., Bank Secrecy Act, Know Your Client, Community Reinvestment Act, Fair Lending Practices, Code of Conduct, etc.).
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years experience developing and customizing databases/systems for reporting purposes required.
- Minimum 5 years experience designing and generating weekly, monthly and ad hoc reports using reporting/query tools such as Brio, MS Query, MS Access, Crystal Reports or Business Objects required.
- Minimum 3 years experience working in a loan servicing/operations environment required.
Additional Qualifications
- Competent to work at the highest technical level of most phases of systems analysis while considering the business implications of the application of technology to the current and future business environment.
- Possesses the knowledge, skills and creativity to go outside of the defined policies and procedures to enhance system capabilities and efficiencies.
- Prepare PowerPoint presentations.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Economics or equivalent 5 to 7 years of experience in commercial or consumer lending operations with over 3 years managing project(s) and/or moderate-sized teams.
- Understanding of systems development life cycle concepts required.
- Must be detailed oriented and possess effective organizational and analytical skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills sufficient to interact with all levels of Bank personnel. Extensive industry/business knowledge with demonstrated ability to creatively design solutions to problems.
- Excellent process management and problem solving skills.
- Prior banking experience and extensive writing and developing reports, and sales and financial modeling.
- Prior hands-on experience in using SQL or Tableau.
- Thorough knowledge of PC computing environments, experience with database/data warehouses, and experience using reporting/query tools such as Brio, MS Query, MS Access, Crystal Reports and Business Objects.
- Strong knowledge in MS Word, Excel and MS Access. Working Knowledge of financial analysis techniques.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills. Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
- Highly preferred work experiences:
- Using Oracle and/or Oracle Analytics
- Using/programming Java Server Pages & Scripts
- Writing Oracle Procedures & Views
- Experience with any web based loan origination workflow system (preferably FinanceCenter aka HCL CapitalStream)
- Experience developing and customizing databases/systems for reporting purposes required.
- Experience designing and generating weekly, monthly and ad hoc reports using reporting/query tools such as Brio, MS Query, MS Access, Crystal Reports or Business Objects required.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Compensation
Starting base salary: $87,027 - $138,965 per year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. This job is eligible for bonus and/or commissions.
Benefits and Perks
At City National, we strive to be the best at whatever we do, including the benefits and perks we offer our colleagues including:
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including Medical, Dental and Vision plans, available the first of the month following start date
- Generous 401(k) company matching contribution
- Career Development through Tuition Reimbursement and other internal upskilling and training resources
- Valued Time Away benefits including vacation, sick and volunteer time
- Specialized health and family planning benefits including fertility benefits, and cancer, diabetes and musculoskeletal support programs
- Career Mobility support from a dedicated recruitment team
- Colleague Resource Groups to support networking and community engagement
Get a more detailed look at our Benefits and Perks.
About us
Since day one we've always gone further than the competition to help our clients, colleagues and communities flourish. City National Bank was founded in 1954 by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs and that legacy of integrity, community and unparalleled client relationships continues today. City National is a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, one of North America’s leading diversified financial services companies.
INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT
City National Bank fosters an inclusive environment where all forms of diversity are valued and leveraged to make us a better company and employer. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other basis protected by law.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Represents basic qualifications for the position. To be considered for this position, you must at least meet the required qualifications. careers.cnb.com accepts applications on an ongoing basis, until filled.
Unless otherwise indicated as fully remote, reporting into a designated City National location is an essential function of the job.

BUSINESS SYSTEMS ANALYST III - CM
WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?
Support the Capital Markets Division and Partners to develop, test, implement, and end-user training and support of a wide variety of the Bank's systems involved in the various division specific systems and processes. Serve as the business expert for the development, maintenance, training, regulatory compliance and support of all processes related to systems. Coordinate business unit efforts required for project implementation and oversees all required post-implementation tasks to ensure business unit satisfaction. This role requires the ability to translate business problems into solutions/approaches driven by data analysis, business acumen, creativity, and clear, concise and effective communication. Perform system administrative, configuration and reporting functions in the division which are not handled by Technology & Innovation division. Runs database queries or creates Reports in support of management information needs.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
- Determine business unit system needs and objectives and consults with business unit regarding problems with current business applications or systems, enhancements, or new functionality.
- Prepare business and system requirements for maintenance/enhancements and present recommendations to division management.
- Gather and writes-up business and system requirements, prepare test scripts, quality controls all changes, develop and code documents and supports the division credit, loan documentation and loan services teams for trouble shooting hardware and software.
- Serve as Subject Matter Expert on a particular system and its data, and guide the development activities with assumptions and data dependencies.
- Collaborate with T&I, Legal, Product Management and others to create and implement correct forms, products and services as they relate to the system application.
- Provide system application support to end-users and effectively troubleshoot system application problems. Make system configuration changes or coordinate changes with vendors or T&I to correct identified problems.
- Gather and writes-up business and system requirements, prepare test scripts, quality controls all changes, develop and documents and supports the division for trouble shooting data issues.
- Run queries against application databases and/or the Bank’s data warehouse and assists with the preparation of periodic or ad hoc reports for distribution to line units, senior management, risk management units (e.g. Audit, Compliance and/or Credit Risk Review) or third parties (e.g. OCC, external auditors).
- Maintain current knowledge of related regulatory and bank policies and procedures.
- Represent the Bank by actively participating in outside civic and community affairs, business and industry-related organizations, and other professional activities as appropriate.
- Complies fully with all Bank Administrative, Operational and Credit policies and procedures as well as all regulatory requirements (e.g., Bank Secrecy Act, Know Your Client, Community Reinvestment Act, Fair Lending Practices, Code of Conduct, etc.).
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years experience developing and customizing databases/systems for reporting purposes required.
- Minimum 5 years experience designing and generating weekly, monthly and ad hoc reports using reporting/query tools such as Brio, MS Query, MS Access, Crystal Reports or Business Objects required.
- Minimum 3 years experience working in a loan servicing/operations environment required.
Additional Qualifications
- Competent to work at the highest technical level of most phases of systems analysis while considering the business implications of the application of technology to the current and future business environment.
- Possesses the knowledge, skills and creativity to go outside of the defined policies and procedures to enhance system capabilities and efficiencies.
- Prepare PowerPoint presentations.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Economics or equivalent 5 to 7 years of experience in commercial or consumer lending operations with over 3 years managing project(s) and/or moderate-sized teams.
- Understanding of systems development life cycle concepts required.
- Must be detailed oriented and possess effective organizational and analytical skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills sufficient to interact with all levels of Bank personnel. Extensive industry/business knowledge with demonstrated ability to creatively design solutions to problems.
- Excellent process management and problem solving skills.
- Prior banking experience and extensive writing and developing reports, and sales and financial modeling.
- Prior hands-on experience in using SQL or Tableau.
- Thorough knowledge of PC computing environments, experience with database/data warehouses, and experience using reporting/query tools such as Brio, MS Query, MS Access, Crystal Reports and Business Objects.
- Strong knowledge in MS Word, Excel and MS Access. Working Knowledge of financial analysis techniques.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills. Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
- Highly preferred work experiences:
- Using Oracle and/or Oracle Analytics
- Using/programming Java Server Pages & Scripts
- Writing Oracle Procedures & Views
- Experience with any web based loan origination workflow system (preferably FinanceCenter aka HCL CapitalStream)
- Experience developing and customizing databases/systems for reporting purposes required.
- Experience designing and generating weekly, monthly and ad hoc reports using reporting/query tools such as Brio, MS Query, MS Access, Crystal Reports or Business Objects required.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Compensation
Starting base salary: $87,027 - $138,965 per year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. This job is eligible for bonus and/or commissions.
Benefits and Perks
At City National, we strive to be the best at whatever we do, including the benefits and perks we offer our colleagues including:
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including Medical, Dental and Vision plans, available the first of the month following start date
- Generous 401(k) company matching contribution
- Career Development through Tuition Reimbursement and other internal upskilling and training resources
- Valued Time Away benefits including vacation, sick and volunteer time
- Specialized health and family planning benefits including fertility benefits, and cancer, diabetes and musculoskeletal support programs
- Career Mobility support from a dedicated recruitment team
- Colleague Resource Groups to support networking and community engagement
Get a more detailed look at our Benefits and Perks.
About us
Since day one we've always gone further than the competition to help our clients, colleagues and communities flourish. City National Bank was founded in 1954 by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs and that legacy of integrity, community and unparalleled client relationships continues today. City National is a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, one of North America’s leading diversified financial services companies.
INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT
City National Bank fosters an inclusive environment where all forms of diversity are valued and leveraged to make us a better company and employer. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other basis protected by law.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Represents basic qualifications for the position. To be considered for this position, you must at least meet the required qualifications. careers.cnb.com accepts applications on an ongoing basis, until filled.
Unless otherwise indicated as fully remote, reporting into a designated City National location is an essential function of the job.
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Which companies sponsor visas for business analysts in California?
Large technology companies including Apple, Google, Meta, and Salesforce, along with financial institutions like Wells Fargo and Bank of America, have established H-1B sponsorship track records for business analyst roles in California. Consulting firms such as Deloitte and Accenture also file regularly for these positions across their California offices. Sponsorship patterns are publicly searchable through DOL disclosure data.
Which visa types are most common for business analyst roles in California?
The H-1B is the most common visa for business analysts in California, provided the role qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a relevant bachelor's degree in fields like business, information systems, or engineering. Australian citizens may qualify for the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and is easier to obtain. Canadian and Mexican nationals with qualifying degrees may be eligible for TN status under the USMCA.
Which cities in California have the most business analyst sponsorship jobs?
The San Francisco Bay Area, including San Jose and San Francisco proper, accounts for the largest share of business analyst sponsorship filings in California, driven by concentrated tech industry hiring. Los Angeles is the second major hub, particularly in media, e-commerce, and healthcare technology. San Diego has a growing cluster of biotech and defense contractors that hire business analysts and sponsor visas for qualified candidates.
How to find business analyst visa sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, so you can browse business analyst roles in California without sorting through positions that don't offer sponsorship. The platform surfaces openings from employers with documented H-1B and other visa filing histories in California. Filtering by location and role type on Migrate Mate narrows results to the Bay Area, Los Angeles, or San Diego depending on where you want to work.
Are there state-specific considerations for business analyst visa sponsorship in California?
California's Department of Industrial Relations sets prevailing wage benchmarks that employers must meet when filing Labor Condition Applications for H-1B workers, and Bay Area rates are among the highest in the country given local cost of living. University pipelines from UC Berkeley, Stanford, and UCLA also feed a competitive candidate pool for these roles. Business analysts working in regulated industries like healthcare or financial services may face additional credential or licensing considerations depending on the specific role.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored business analyst jobs in California?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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