Business Analyst Associate
Abglobal· Sep 15, 2026 · 1mo ago
Nashville, Tennessee
In office
Full-time
Mid
$120K–$160K est.
Job description
Position Overview
We established the Technology & Operations Program (TOP) in 2000 to develop our next generation of leaders. During this two-year program for recent graduates, Associates experience four challenging six-month rotations in a particular track or career path, in this case, Business Analysis, before joining a permanent team. Associates will have the unique opportunity to rotate through many areas of the business gaining exposure and visibility across the firm, while benefiting from formalized training and mentorship.
What You’ll Do
Technologists are behind every strategic decision and investment at AllianceBernstein, working closely with our business leaders to enable new and ever-evolving investment strategies, markets, and processes. Business Analysts play a key role by acting as the face of technology to the business. As the liaison between business users and technical teams, a Business Analyst translates business needs into technical requirements, manages cross-functional projects and stakeholder communication, and provides training to the users as needed.
Business Analyst Associates are assigned to a variety of teams supporting institutional investors, research analysts, portfolio managers, client relationship managers, traders, wholesalers, and more. Working closely with Senior Business Analysts and Project Managers, you will learn key business processes, learn about AllianceBernstein s products and services, and develop an understanding of the inner workings of how an investment management firm is powered by technology.
Examples of Business Analyst Associate rotations:
Streamlining and simplifying the Equities Trading Order Management process
Applying statistical and machine learning techniques to predict future sales and stock prices
Re-designing aspects of the Bernstein Research Report
Developing an automated tool
What You’ll Need
We’re looking for candidates who demonstrate academic excellence, innovation, leadership potential, technical ability and a passion for learning our business. Candidates will possess the following qualifications:
December 2026 or May/June 2027 Bachelor s degree or MBA candidates in Economics, Computer Science, Business Administration or related fields
Cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher
Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (must be able to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship now or in the future)
Keen interest in project management, particularly with the scoping of projects, capturing and documenting requirements, and defining use cases, user interfaces, and testing scenarios
Experience with SQL and/or other programming languages is a plus
Interest in leveraging AI and emerging technologies to improve business processes, enhance decision-making, identify automation opportunities, and deliver innovative solutions
Excellent communication and presentation skills
What Sets Us Apart
TOP Associates participate in the rotation selection process!
First-hand training and experience with innovative technologies through our apprenticeship model
Extensive technical and business training opportunities
Engage with senior leaders through networking events, coffee chats and lunch & learn sessions
Formal mentorship program
Tuition reimbursement for CFA, MBA and more!
1 on 1 career planning and development sessions
Opportunity to join multiple Employee Resource and Wellness Groups to connect you with colleagues across the firm
About AB
We are a leading global investment management firm offering high-quality research and diversified investment services to institutional clients, retail investors, and private-wealth clients in major markets around the globe. With over 4,000 employees across 57 locations operating in 26 countries and jurisdictions, our ambition is simple: to be the most trusted investment firm in the world. We realize that it s our people who give us a competitive advantage and drive success in the market, and our goal is to create an inclusive culture that rewards hard work.
Our culture of intellectual curiosity and collaboration creates an environment where you can thrive and do your best work. Whether you re producing thought-provoking research, identifying compelling investment opportunities, infusing new technologies into our business or providing thoughtful advice to our clients, we are fully invested in you. If you re ready to challenge your limits and empower your career, join us!
All are encouraged to apply. AB does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status or any other basis that is prohibited by applicable law. AB’s policies and practices seek to ensure that employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants based solely on job-related criteria.
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