Associate Business Analyst

iFAST Global Bank Limited; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial institution in London is seeking an entry-level Associate Business Analyst. This role involves creating Business Requirements Documents, supporting project activities, and working closely with various teams. Candidates should have a degree in Finance or Accounting and possess strong analytical and communication skills. The position offers full-time employment with a hybrid working model after the probation period.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Private Medical Insurance

Hybrid working after probation

Free gym access

Qualifications

• 1-2 years' experience as a business analyst or banking product analyst role.
• Familiarity with banking products and regulatory environments is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality Business Requirements Documents (BRDs), FRD/FSD.
• Participate in project testing phases and document defects.
• Support project activities and facilitate team communication.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelors/Masters Degree in Finance/Accounting/Engineering

Business analysis certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

• Create high-quality Business Requirements Documents (BRDs), FRD/FSD and other essential project documentation.
• Actively participate in project testing phases, identifying and clearly documenting defects and assisting in their resolution.
• Support project activities, including tracking milestones, preparing status updates, and facilitating team communication.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Operations, Marketing, Sales, Technology, and Compliance.
• Gain a strong understanding of banking products, card/payment solutions, and associated regulatory frameworks.
• Proactively contribute ideas and feedback to support continuous improvement in products and processes.
  
  

Main Objectives

• Create high-quality Business Requirements Documents (BRDs), FRD/FSD and other essential project documentation.
• Actively participate in project testing phases, identifying and clearly documenting defects and assisting in their resolution.
• Support project activities, including tracking milestones, preparing status updates, and facilitating team communication.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Operations, Marketing, Sales, Technology, and Compliance.
• Gain a strong understanding of banking products, card/payment solutions, and associated regulatory frameworks.
• Proactively contribute ideas and feedback to support continuous improvement in products and processes.
  
  

This role provides a foundational experience within digital banking, offering numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. Based on candidate’s performance, interests, and skills development, there may be opportunities to explore and progress into various disciplines, including product management, project management, or other related career paths.

Requirements

Qualifications

The successful candidate will likely possess the following (or equivalent qualifiers):

• Bachelors/Masters Degree in Finance/Accounting/Engineering.
  
  

EDUCATION & TRAINING

• Business analysis certification (preferred but not essential).
• EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
• 1-2 years' experience as a business analyst-testing or banking product analyst role.
  
  

INDEPENDENT ACTION & DECISION MAKING

• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
• High level of intellectual curiosity, agility, and ability to learn rapidly.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, and remain composed under pressure.
• Proactive attitude, demonstrating initiative and ownership of tasks.
• Familiarity or interest in banking products, card/payment solutions, and regulatory environments is advantageous.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
  
  

ACCOUNTABILITY FOR ACTIONS/RESULTS

• Strong ability to thrive in a collaborative, very fast-paced environment.
  
  

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Full-time (9:00am to 5:30pm – Monday to Friday) presence in the London office during the probation period.
• Post-probation flexible working options subject to performance review and managerial approval (remote working within the UK typically up to two days a week)
  
  

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave entitlement plus 8 bank holidays
• Pension scheme, 4% employer contribution
• Private Medical Insurance
• 60-40 Hybrid working after successful probation period
• Training and development
• Free gym access in the building

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Banking

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