SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for developing and documenting Target Operating Model (TOM) through interviews with different operations units, data analysis, etc. The position’s activities do not only pertain to Mizuho Bank Ltd. (BK) New York Branch, but they also encompass Mizuho U.S. Operations (MUSO) as well as other non-U.S. BK subsidiaries and branches.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

The position’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

General:

• Lead discussions and brainstorming sessions for current state/process discovery

• Lead discussion and brainstorming sessions for developing Target Operating Model (TOM)

• Analyze data to diagnose issues and identify bottlenecks

• Make suggestions for process enhancements

• Participate in full project lifecycle. The tasks will include, but not limited to:

  • Capture and document business requirements

  • Understand and translate business issues and needs into requirements to create overall solution

  • Help users develop User Acceptance Testing (UAT) plans and strategies

  • Liaise with internal and external technology partners

  • Support UAT

• Documentation: create and maintain documents such as process diagrams, Business Requirement Documents (BRD), user manuals, etc.

Policy:

• Obtain a basic understanding of the applicable rules and regulations that govern Mizuho. Understand that all questions and/or clarification about such rules and regulations should be directed to Americas Legal and Compliance Division. Read and respond as necessary to all compliance-related reference and directive materials received. Comply with the MUSO’s “Code of Conduct”.

• Follow all the policies and procedures of MUSO that are applicable to the position.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS OR EXPERIENCE:

• College degree plus minimum 3 years of relevant experience

• Working knowledge of relational databases such as Oracle and MS SQL Server, including the skills to write simple to complex SQL queries

• Proficient in MS Office: MS Project, MS Access, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Excellent time management skills

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize own tasks

• MS Visio is a plus

OTHER/MISCELLANEOUS:

• Must be a team player

• Need to be proactive and independent

• Attention to detail

• Accuracy

The expected base salary ranges from $75,000 - $127,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Mizuho currently requires employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to work on-site (unless a legally-required accommodation or exemption has been approved). Mizuho has in place a pilot remote working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Mizuho Americas is a leading financial institution comprising several legal entities, which together offer clients corporate and investment banking, financing, securities, treasury services, asset management, research and more. Mizuho’s operations in the Americas connect a broad client base of major corporations, financial institutions and public sector groups to local markets and a vast global network. Mizuho Americas is an integral part of the Japan-based Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: MFG), which is comprised of offices in nearly 40 countries, approximately 60,000 employees, and assets of more than USD 1.8 trillion. Learn more at mizuhoamericas.com.

Mizuho Bank Ltd. offers a competitive total rewards package.

We are an EEO/AA Employer -M/F/Disability/Veteran.

We participate in the E-Verify program.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

We are a leading global bank, with one of the largest customer bases in Japan, and a global network of financial and business centers. We continue to pride ourselves on our "customer first" principle as a centerpiece in servicing both our individual and corporate customers, with the goal of becoming their most trusted bank.