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Senior Applications Analyst

Columbus, OH · On-site +1

First Merchants Bank is seeking a Senior Applications Analyst to join our team. This position will ... This role can be remote within our operational footprint of Indiana, Ohio, Michigan or Kentucky. As ...

FIRST MERCHANTS

Banking Center Manager

Columbus, OH

First Merchants Bank is seeking a Banking Center Manager to join our team! This position will focus ... Oversee and inspect all operations and compliance of the banking center. * Develop and implement an ...

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What is it like to work at First Merchants?

First Merchants is a community-focused bank that values a culture of teamwork, integrity, and customer service, striving to create a positive impact in the communities it serves.

The company operates with a regional banking model, allowing for a more personalized approach to customer relationships and a collaborative team structure that encourages open communication and knowledge sharing. First Merchants also prioritizes employee development, offering training and education programs to support career growth and advancement.

Working at First Merchants may appeal to individuals who value community involvement, are passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences, and are looking for a stable and supportive work environment that offers opportunities for professional growth and development.

What makes First Merchants an attractive place to work?

First Merchants is a leading regional bank in the Midwest, known for its commitment to community banking and customer-centric approach. The company offers a dynamic work environment that values collaboration, innovation, and employee growth, with opportunities for professional development and advancement. By joining First Merchants, individuals can contribute to the bank's mission of delivering exceptional financial services and make a meaningful impact in their communities.

Do workers at First Merchants Bank get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
43% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Does First Merchants Bank pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
88% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

At First Merchants Bank, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
75% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and June 2026.

Is the health insurance from First Merchants Bank affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
88% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get paid time off at First Merchants Bank?

Most people get paid time off work.
100% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and June 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Only some people find out their schedule four weeks ahead of time.
  • 33% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 17% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 50% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2025.

Do workers at First Merchants Bank worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
92% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2025.

Do First Merchants Bank workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
63% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2025.

How easy is it for First Merchants Bank workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
50% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and August 2025.

How easy is it to get time off at First Merchants Bank?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
87% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do First Merchants Bank managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
83% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2025.

Do jobs at First Merchants Bank spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
8% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and September 2025.

How easy is it to take sick days at First Merchants Bank?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
82% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Is working at First Merchants Bank good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
91% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at First Merchants Bank feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
75% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at First Merchants Bank get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
83% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Is it stressful to work at First Merchants Bank?

Some people feel stressed out here.
63% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at First Merchants Bank enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
69% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people at First Merchants Bank recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
59% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at First Merchants Bank?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
44% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do people get support to advance at First Merchants Bank?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 44% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do people think First Merchants Bank’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
88% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and June 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how First Merchants Bank is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
40% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.
What are the most popular job types at First Merchants?
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    Infographic showing various Operations job openings at First Merchants in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 97% Full Time, and 3% Part Time. Highlights an 87% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution.
    Senior Applications Analyst

    Senior Applications Analyst

    FIRST MERCHANTS

    Columbus, OH • On-site, Remote

    Full-time

    Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

    Posted 21 days ago

    First Merchants Bank rating

    8.0

    Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

    Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

    58th of 149 rated banks

    Job description

    First Merchants Bank is seeking a Senior Applications Analyst to join our team. This position will be responsible for eliciting needs of the stakeholders, analyzing business requirements, identifying business opportunities, preparing documentation, and evaluating risk for assigned applications. Ensure assigned applications work reliably for the business and are kept current per the vendor requirements; maintain, troubleshoot, and support systems daily. This role can be remote within our operational footprint of Indiana, Ohio, Michigan or Kentucky.

    As part of this role, duties and responsibilities include: 

    • Ensure the assigned applications are fully utilizing the feature/functionality and that processes are efficient. Perform business process review and analyses in order to drive efficiency and utilization gains throughout the department. Actively seek ways to improve the client experience.
    • Responsible for evaluating product offerings and potential enhancements and identifying the feasibility, business value proposition, and/or the benefits to be gained. Make a recommendation to team with rationale and obtain a supported team decision.
    • Lead and/or participate on projects as needed (system upgrades, bank integrations, etc.). Collaborate with other departments to lead and facilitate the implementation and fulfill the initiative purpose and goal through standard best practice project management techniques.
    • Maintain and manage reporting systems to provide actionable information to drive business decisions.
    • Maintain Disaster Recovery plans and models.
    • Ensure all application changes follow the standard process while keeping exceptions to a minimum and only with special approval.

    In order to be successful in this position, we require the following: 

    • High school diploma or equivalent (GED). 
    • A minimum of three (3) years of application/business/systems analyst experience in a financial industry environment. 

    The following would be a plus: 

    • Bachelor’s degree in business, operations or a related field
    • Direct Banking experience, including exposure to and understanding of bank structure/operations
    • For Enterprise Applications:
      • Technical certifications in Microsoft, CompTIA, and/or Cisco
      • Foxtrot Certification
      • Knowledge of SQL, SAS Visual Analytics, SSRS, or other reporting technology
    • For Deposit Applications:
      • Payment Certifications (AAP, NCP, and/or APRP)
      • Knowledge of SQL

    First Merchants offers the following:

    • Base Pay PLUS Bonuses
    • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
    • 401k
    • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
    • Vacation/Sick Time
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Parental Leave
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Additional Benefits

    A little about us:

    First Merchants is guided by a genuine philosophy of being a meaningful place to work and having a prosperous impact across all walks of life throughout the communities we serve, including consumers, businesses and other organizations. Our Vision, Mission and Team statement reflect and reinforce that authentic service philosophy.

    Our Vision is:

    To enhance the financial wellness of the diverse communities we serve.

    Our Mission is:

    To be the most responsive, knowledgeable, and high-performing financial organization for our clients, teammates, and shareholders.

    Our Team:

    "We are a collection of dynamic colleagues with diverse experiences and perspectives who share a passion for positively impacting lives. We are genuinely committed to attracting and engaging teammates of diverse backgrounds. We believe in the power of inclusion and belonging."

    Apply today to begin your career with us!

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