Good Tuesday afternoon everyone….

I hope that everyone had a nice long weekend…. below is this week’s HJOTW. If you feel that your background fits this opportunity, please send the latest version of your resume to resume@bnastaffing.com

If you know of someone who would be a good fit for this opportunity, please feel free to forward it to them and see our referral program at www.bnastaffing.com/referral-program.php

For a listing of all of our job openings, please visit www.bnastaffing.com/jobs/categories

Client: A major financial company
Title: Business Analyst
Location: New York City
Status: Full Time
Salary: $80-85K plus bonus

Overview:
Candidates must have strong knowledge of equity or derivatives products, market data feeds, trade lifecycle and post-trade processing and have financial services background and an understanding of the FIX financial messaging protocol.

The qualified individual will be responsible for acting as an interface between the Options business unit and the platform development and implementation areas. They will also be involved in creating and assembling detailed business requirement specifications for new products/applications.

Responsibilities to include:
Participate in identifying user requirements by working on teams with a number of key individuals representing business and technology.

Document, communicate, and review requirements with product and project team members and sponsors.

Manage deadlines and work to meet feature requirements and customer expectations.

Assist in development of testing plans, scenarios and scripts and participate in user acceptance testing.

Assemble, complete, and distribute updates to key ISE documents for developers, testers, change management and our customers.

Become a Subject Matter Expert on the core trading platform.

Experience/Skills Required:
Must have previous experience writing business requirements and training materials, as well as reviewing functional specifications, for trading systems.

Must have knowledge of options/derivatives and/or experience supporting a trading environment.

Must be familiar with formal requirements gathering and management process.

Working knowledge of system design, architecture and application programming/analysis
In-depth understanding of software development life cycle.

Strong knowledge of equity or derivatives products, market data feeds, trade lifecycle and post-trade processing.

Understanding of the FIX financial messaging protocol a plus.

Bachelors degree in Finance, Engineering, Math, or Economics with a minimum of 4-6 years of IT business analysis experience.

Previous experience in equity or derivatives trading technology for an exchange or a brokerage/financial firm is preferable.

Results Expected:
Ability to learn details of managed applications quickly.

Able to handle dynamic trading environment and prioritization of projects/issues among a large client base.

Timely completion of requirements specifications.

Strong attention to detail.

Effective communication and coordination with development, test and implementation colleagues, which will include external organization.

Know and apply best practices in requirements management.

PRESS RELEASE – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 18, 2009

BNA STAYS AFLOAT IN STORMY TIMES

NEW YORK, NY – In a constantly shifting economy, Bernard, Nickels and Associates (BNA) is working harder than ever to remain one of the strongest staffing companies in the business. By utilizing technology to the fullest, creating new partnerships and making smart financial decisions, the company has continued to work off its solid business foundation and ultimately stay afloat in one of the most difficult times.

The reason behind the success of BNA is the company’s flexibility and resourcefulness. Partners Brad Widolok and Mike Gardner, along with many of the recruiters have created LinkedIn accounts, designed Facebook and Myspace pages as well as reached out to smaller job sites that offer free postings in an effort to connect or re-connect with friends and potential companies to work with. In turn, these friends who now have businesses have turned to BNA for their staffing needs. Widolok is more optimistic than ever about BNA, saying, “Even though these are challenging economic times, it doesn’t mean there aren’t companies growing and hiring staff.” Gardner further adds, “Companies are looking for flexible staffing solutions. As the demand for staffing increases, candidates should keep an open mind to consulting or temporary opportunities that may lead to a full time offer down the road”.

Everyone at BNA has found that these changing times have forced them to alter the way they work. Industries that are rapidly growing such as legal, government and anything green have many opportunities, and BNA has made sure to place their valued clients in some of the best paid positions out there. In addition, to reach more potential contacts, the company has started a blog (www.bnastaffing.com/newsletter) in which a “Hot Job of the Week” is posted to generate buzz. With such a large following, blogs are the newest way to spread the word to mass audiences who spend such a large portion of their days on the computer.

A final way BNA has been able to weather the storm is by making smart financial decisions. When other companies have entirely cut down their expenses, BNA has worked to trim down excessive spending while still keeping clients and employees satisfied. In the current state of economy, it is important to find the right balance of what’s necessary for the business to succeed, and what can be done without, such as entertainment. Gardner finally notes that while times might be tough, success can be achieved simply by “staying focused and keeping your head in the game”, which just might be the reason why BNA is weathering the times so well.

Bernard, Nickels and Associates, founded in 2002, is a staffing firm that concentrates on Information Technology, Legal, Office Support and Accounting/Finance openings. Partners Brad Widolok and Michael Gardner head up a team that strives to bring the highest level of integrity to each client and applicant. Started in New York, the firm has most recently expanded to Chicago and looks to continue the expansion.

Visit BNA at: www.bnastaffing.com

Good Monday morning everyone….

Below is this week’s HJOTW… If you feel that your background fits this opportunity, please send the latest version of your resume to: resume@bnastaffing.com.

If you know of someone who would be a good fit for this opportunity, please feel free to forward it to them and see our referral program at http://bnastaffing.com/jobs/466-director-of-business-development-salary-commish-new-york-city.

For a listing of all of our job openings, please visit: http://bnastaffing.com/jobs/categories/

Title: Manager of Business Development
Location: Downtown NYC
Salary: Base + Commission

Job Description
A downtown NYC interactive agency is looking for a Manager of Business Development to join our team and play a pivotal role in the development and growth of the leading interactive agency for luxury, fashion, and retail brands. Candidate must have previous business development experience in e-commerce or technology.

The candidate will liaise with company management team and senior account managers in all new business proposals and pitches.

Responsibilities:
• Own sales and pitch process for prospects from initial contact through closing the deal
Assist in new business initiatives for current clients and help identify strategic ways to deepen existing relationships
• Coordinate internal pitches for all proposals, lead pitch requirements meetings and conduct follow ups to closely manage process
• Research and draft proposals, with input from management, creative, tech, production and account management team, aid in the determination of project scope and requirements gathering.
• Build deal pipeline

Requirements:
• 5 – 8+ years applicable work experience – Business Development/Sales Experience in e-commerce or technology is a must and Online Marketing (SEM, SEO, display) a plus
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment and take proactive initiatives
• Possesses energy, integrity, a strong work ethic and an appreciation for luxury and fashion
• Detail oriented with superb prioritization and organization skills
• Highly Proficient in office (PPT, Word and Excel)
• Excellent business writing, editing and proof-reading skills
• Superior presentation, client-facing and communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment as well as set personal goals and work independently
• Bachelor’s degree

Good Wednesday morning all…

One of our recruiters came across this article on the New York Times Website. The article is by Steven Greenhouse and it puts a positive slant on the state of our economy, the type of jobs that are available and what type of companies are hiring.

Please feel free to real this article and pass it along…

http://www.nytimes.com/2009/05/06/business/economy/06hire.html?_r=1&emc=eta1