Business Analysis Manager – Trading IT

SmartestEnergy Business Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Hybrid working model

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Job summary

SmartestEnergy Business Limited is seeking a Business Analysis Manager – Trading IT to drive the analysis capability and lead a team within Trading IT. In this strategic role, you'll ensure alignment between business goals and technology delivery, while supporting change initiatives.

The successful candidate will have significant experience in energy trading and proven leadership skills to manage analysts effectively. The role acknowledges the importance of work-life balance, offering flexible and hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Significant experience within energy trading or a similarly complex, regulated environment.
• Proven leadership experience managing and developing Business Analysts.
• Extensive experience delivering business analysis for complex IT change programmes.

Responsibilities

• Drive the Business Analysis capability within Trading IT.
• Lead a team of Business Analysts, providing coaching and development.
• Act as the primary link between Trading business stakeholders and IT teams.

Skills

Energy trading background

Leadership experience

Business analysis for IT change

Knowledge of ETRM platforms

Job description

The Business Analysis Manager – Trading IT is a key leadership role responsible for driving the Business Analysis capability within Trading IT and ensuring strong alignment between business objectives and technology delivery. Reporting to the Head of Trading IT, you will act as the primary link between Trading business stakeholders and IT teams, leading the translation of strategic priorities, operational needs, and regulatory requirements into clear, actionable requirements that support successful change delivery.

Leading a team of Business Analysts, you will provide coaching, performance management, and professional development while promoting consistent, high‑quality analysis practices across the function. Working closely with business stakeholders, product owners, architects, delivery teams, and external partners, you will play a pivotal role in shaping solutions, improving delivery outcomes, reducing risk, and ensuring that Trading IT initiatives deliver measurable business value.

What skills/experience do I need to be successful?

• Significant experience within energy trading or a similarly complex, regulated environment, with strong knowledge of front‑, middle‑, and back‑office trading processes and the end‑to‑end deal lifecycle.
• Proven leadership experience managing and developing Business Analysts.
• Extensive experience delivering business analysis for complex IT change programmes.
• Strong understanding of ETRM platforms and trading systems, with experience supporting the delivery of technology solutions for trading, risk, portfolio management, settlement, or back‑office functions.

Global Impact

With offices in the UK, US, and Australia, and plans for further expansion, you'll be part of a dynamic, globally‑minded team, with opportunities to explore new markets and make a difference on a global scale.

Flexible Working

Embrace the freedom to work from anywhere in the world for up to 30 days a year. We prioritize work‑life balance, recognizing that your well‑being matters.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We celebrate our diverse culture and value individuals irrespective of background, disability, religion, gender identity, sexuality, or ethnicity. Join a team where diversity is not just welcomed but celebrated as a key driver of growth and innovation.

Hybrid Working

Hybrid working typically means 2 days in the office location listed on this advert and 3 days working at home each week. Some occasional travel to our other offices may be required.