Wendall Solomons

Senior Business Analyst with 28 years in financial services, 11 years delivering change in Standard Bank Global Markets. Specialist in Payments, Trade Lifecycle, and Regulatory Projects. Proven in ISO20022 implementation, SAMOS, Agile delivery, and stakeholder management across IT, Ops, Risk, and Front Office. Available immediately for 3-6 month contracts in Johannesburg/Sandton or remote.

Senior Business Analyst – Global Markets - Standard Bank of South Africa

(2014-09 - 2025-03)

• Led ISO20022 implementation for payments, ensuring regulatory compliance with zero operational disruption.
• Delivered change enablement initiatives reducing operating costs by R1m+ through process redesign and system upgrades.
• Managed end-to-end stakeholder engagement for complex projects, translating technical requirements into business solutions.
• Guided IT development teams through SDLC, validated deliverables against regulatory and business objectives.
• Implemented Agile practices to improve delivery speed, team collaboration, and visibility.

Network Manager & Sales/Relationship Manager - Standard Bank

(2004 - 2014)

• Spearheaded change enablement and revenue initiatives using 80/20 principle, achieving cost savings and growth.
• Built and managed key client relationships, ensuring retention and satisfaction.
• Produced reporting and analysis for senior management decision-making.

Matric - East Senior Secondary (1992)