Business Operations Analyst

Business Operations Analyst

Versana is an industry-backed fintech on a mission to make the syndicated loan market better. By digitally capturing agent banks' data on a real-time basis, Versana provides unprecedented transparency into loan level details and portfolio positions, bringing efficiency and velocity to the entire market. Through our platform, participants can rest assured they are accessing the loan market's most credible source of deal information.

Versana is seeking a highly motivated, analytical, and proactive Business Operations Analyst to support critical operational functions across the organization.

This is a highly visible, cross-functional role that combines client onboarding, vendor due diligence, operational governance, executive reporting, data analysis, and cross-functional coordination. The successful candidate will partner closely with teams to drive key initiatives and operational outcomes.

We are looking for someone who can independently prioritize competing demands, navigate ambiguity with confidence, influence stakeholders across the organization, and deliver high-quality results with minimal oversight.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary subject matter expert for third-party onboarding, vendor due diligence, information security assessments, procurement requests, and client risk management processes.
• Manage onboarding activities from initiation through completion, coordinating efforts across Information Security, Product, Engineering, Operations, Legal, Finance, and Executive Leadership.
• Partner directly with clients to ensure timely completion of onboarding requests, questionnaires, audits, and due diligence activities.
• Build and maintain deep knowledge of Versana's platform, security controls, policies, and operational processes.
• Maintain response libraries, supporting documentation, and process improvements that increase efficiency and consistency.
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve onboarding workflows and client experience.
• Develop executive, board-level, and management reporting materials that provide meaningful insights into business performance.
• Prepare presentation materials for executive leadership, strategic initiatives, client meetings, and board discussions.
• Transform operational and business data into clear narratives and actionable recommendations.
• Build and maintain dashboards, KPIs, scorecards, and reporting frameworks that support data-driven decision making.
• Partner with leadership and internal teams to enhance reporting quality, consistency, and visibility.
• Deliver recurring management reporting on customer, operational, and business performance metrics.
• Maintain the company's policy inventory and governance framework, including coordinating periodic reviews and updates.
• Support operational risk management, audit activities, and compliance initiatives.
• Partner with leadership to strengthen internal controls, governance processes, and operational maturity.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities related to audits, certifications, customer requests, and regulatory inquiries.
• Identify operational risks and recommend process improvements and mitigation strategies.
• Own customer SLA reporting and monitoring, ensuring performance remains aligned with contractual obligations.
• Develop and deliver recurring customer and operational performance reporting.
• Analyze trends and identify opportunities to improve service delivery and operational effectiveness.
• Partner with Client Success, Product, and Engineering teams to enhance the client experience.
• Support operational readiness and execution for new clients, products, and strategic initiatives.
• Lead and coordinate initiatives requiring collaboration across multiple departments and stakeholder groups.
• Build alignment and consensus among teams with differing priorities and perspectives.
• Drive initiatives from planning through execution while ensuring deliverables remain on track.
• Facilitate effective communication and decision-making across the organization.
• Create scalable operational processes, documentation, and governance structures that support company growth.
• Operate effectively in environments with changing priorities, ambiguity, and evolving business needs.
• Analyze operational, customer, and business data to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.
• Develop meaningful metrics and performance indicators that provide visibility into organizational health and performance.
• Partner with data and technology teams to improve reporting capabilities and operational insights.
• Identify opportunities for automation, process optimization, and operational efficiencies.
• Apply structured problem-solving techniques to complex business challenges and develop actionable recommendations.
• Use technology and AI-enabled tools responsibly to accelerate workflows while independently validating outputs and recommendations.
• Support strategic initiatives and special projects across the business.
• Partner with leadership to improve operational effectiveness and enable company growth.
• Assist with finance and operational reporting activities, including data validation and business analysis.
• Contribute to the development of operational processes, success metrics, and management frameworks.
• Take ownership of initiatives outside of defined responsibilities when business needs require support.

Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Operations, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Business Operations, Strategy & Operations, Consulting, Risk Management, Program Management, or related functions.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with strong client-facing experience.
• Advanced Microsoft PowerPoint skills, including the ability to create executive-ready presentations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and modern productivity tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a structured approach to decision-making.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proven experience collaborating across multiple stakeholder groups and organizational levels.
• Strong executive presence and professionalism.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments.

Nice to Have:

• Experience in management consulting, investment banking, corporate strategy, business operations, finance, or strategic program management.
• Experience working in fintech, SaaS, technology, or other high-growth environments.
• Experience supporting executive leadership teams and board-level reporting.
• Familiarity with third-party risk management, information security assessments, audit programs, and compliance frameworks.
• Experience with operational dashboards, KPI development, reporting automation, and business intelligence tools.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in rapidly evolving organizations.
• Familiarity with AI tools and workflow automation technologies.

$130,000 - $150,000 a year

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