Agile Business Analyst

Ignite Digital; Bath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary & Annual Bonus

34 Days Holiday

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance & Income Protection

Career Development Opportunities

Wellbeing & Work-Life Balance Perks

Job summary

A leading fintech company is seeking an Agile Business Analyst to play a pivotal role in their innovative financial services platform. This position offers a mix of hybrid and remote working. Candidates should have a strong background in agile methodologies, excellent communication skills, and experience with .Net environments. The role includes gathering requirements, facilitating agile ceremonies, and working closely with development teams to ensure successful product releases. Join a collaborative team making a significant impact in fintech.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Agile Business Analyst, Product Owner, or Senior Business Analyst.
• Strong knowledge of agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban).
• Experience in complex software development projects.

Responsibilities

• Gather and document business requirements for product development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define user stories.
• Facilitate agile ceremonies and support UAT activities.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Tools

Azure DevOps

Jira

Analytics tools such as Pendo

Job description

Location Bath with either regular hybrid working or remote working / home based with occasional days in office on adhoc basis

Are you an experienced Business Analyst with a passion for agile methodologies and digital transformation? Do you thrive in fast-paced fintech environments, collaborating across teams to deliver high-impact solutions? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

About the Role

We are seeking an Agile Business Analyst to play a key role in shaping the future of our cutting‑edge financial services platform. You will work closely with software developers, business stakeholders, and third‑party technology providers to define and refine requirements, optimise user experiences, and ensure the delivery of high‑value solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Gather, analyse, and document business requirements to support product development.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define user stories, acceptance criteria, and refine backlog items.
• Facilitate agile ceremonies including backlog grooming, sprint planning, and example mapping sessions.
• Identify and define non‑functional requirements such as security, usability, and performance.
• Work with development teams (.Net stack) to ensure technical feasibility and alignment with business objectives.
• Support UAT and implementation activities to ensure seamless product releases.
• Track and analyse key product metrics to assess performance and drive continuous improvements.
• Act as a bridge between business and technology teams, translating complex business needs into clear, actionable solutions.

What Were Looking For

To excel in this role, you should have:

• Proven experience as an Agile Business Analyst, Product Owner, or Senior Business Analyst in a software development environment.
• Strong knowledge of agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) and experience working in agile teams.
• Experience working on complex software development projects with tight deadlines. Preferably with experience to Microsoft .Net environments.
• Hands‑on experience with Azure DevOps, Jira, or similar tools for backlog and requirement management.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• A proactive and collaborative approach, with strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Background in financial services, fintech, or wealth/financial advisory platforms.
• Experience working with third‑party software providers and integration projects.
• Knowledge of analytics tools such as Pendo, Heap, or similar.
• Understanding of straight‑through processing solutions.

Whats in it for You?

• Hybrid Working – A mix of remote and office‑based flexibility (with either regular or occasional days in office)
• Competitive Salary & Annual Bonus – Rewarding your hard work and contributions.
• 34 Days Holiday – Including bank holidays, with the option to buy/sell up to 5 additional days.
• Private Medical Insurance – Single cover (upgradeable to full family).
• Life Assurance & Income Protection – Peace of mind for the future.
• Career Development Opportunities – Grow and progress in a supportive environment.
• Wellbeing & Work‑Life Balance Perks – Including a Life Event day off and a dedicated charity day.

Please note: This is a 12‑month Fixed‑Term Contract with scope for longer term engagement.

Why Join Us?

Join a company that is driving innovation in fintech, backed by substantial investment and a collaborative, forward‑thinking culture. Our team is passionate about delivering high‑quality solutions that make a real impact. If youre looking for your next challenge in an exciting and evolving industry, wed love to hear from you!

(We are an equal opportunities employer, fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is valued.)