Business Analyst

TP ICAP Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in London seeks an experienced Business Analyst to support technology projects. The role involves requirement gathering, documentation, and collaboration with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have solid experience in financial technology, excellent communication skills, and be comfortable in an Agile environment. Competitive salary offered in a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Inclusive work environment

Support for personal development

Qualifications

• Expert understanding of back-office and accounts receivable processes.
• Proven experience as a Business Analyst in Financial Services Technology.
• Experience in an Agile development environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis of stakeholder objectives and document Technology requirements.
• Produce artefacts for requirements including User Stories and Gap Analysis.
• Coordinate requirements gathering workshops and monitor project issues.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical ability

Attention to detail

Tools

Oracle Financials

Microsoft Visio

Job description

The TP ICAP Group is a world leading provider of market infrastructure.

Our purpose is to provide clients with access to global financial and commodities markets, improving price discovery, liquidity, and distribution of data, through responsible and innovative solutions.

Through our people and technology, we connect clients to superior liquidity and data solutions.

The Group is home to a stable of premium brands. Collectively, TP ICAP is the largest interdealer broker in the world by revenue, the number one Energy & Commodities broker in the world, the world’s leading provider of OTC data, and an award winning all-to-all trading platform.

Founded in London in 1866, the Group operates from more than 60 offices in 27 countries. We are 5,200 people strong. We work as one to achieve our vision of being the world’s most trusted, innovative, liquidity and data solutions specialist.

Role Overview

This is a Business Analyst role that sits within the Corporate Functions team that is part of the TP ICAP Technology division. The role encompasses the elicitation and communication of requirements for changes to Technology systems enabling the transformation and growth of TP and ICAP businesses.

The focus of this role will be working across the delivery portfolios for the Brokerage & Pricing organisations.

Role Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis of stakeholder objectives and produce clear documentation of requirements for Technology projects

• Produce relevant artefacts to effectively capture and communicate requirements, including High Level Requirements, User Stories, Business Process Flows, Gap Analysis and Impact Assessments

• Proactively ensure project requirements are signed off by key senior Business and Technology stakeholders

• Coordinate, hold and lead requirements gathering and process definition workshops with the business. Monitor, track issues, risks and dependencies on analysis and requirements work

• Contribute to the definition of business architecture and business solution design

• Support Solution Architects and Development teams in defining Technology solutions

• Understand and challenge requirements; proactively raise risks and issues to the Project Manager where identified

• Coordinate with development teams, including third parties, to ensure successful delivery of technology against requirements and priorities

• Support in defining and managing User Acceptance Testing and end user training

• Ensure that appropriate levels of service are provided to meet current and future business needs

• Manage ad-hoc tasks as required

Experience / Competences

It is expected that the chosen candidate will be an excellent communicator, a self-starter and has experience working in complex environments.

Essential

• An expert understanding of back-office and accounts receivable processes, including trading fee schedules, invoice generation, ledger management, cash collection and cash allocation

• Working knowledge of Accounts Receivable systems such as Oracle Financials desirable

• A good understanding of the front-to-back trade lifecycle, including trading, middle/back-office (booking, clearing), on-boarding, and reference data is desirable

• Understanding of the full project life cycle from requirements capture through to implementation and delivery

• Proven experience operating as a Business Analyst in Financial Services Technology

• Experience in an Agile development environment and good knowledge of Agile processes is desirable

• Strong problem solving, documentation and ability to work to tight deadlines

• Ability to work on multiple projects whilst managing multiple deadlines and differing priorities

• Ability to self-start, identify tasks required independently to fulfil project deliverables and work as a team member

• Writing skills - ability to produce documents in a clear, accurate and compelling manner

• Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management at all levels; strong presentation skills

• Ability to provide detailed and meaningful interpretation of information in a concise manner

• Ability to use own initiative, with strong personal organisation skills to work to tight deadlines

• Ability to develop new skills and understand new technology as required

• Service oriented and adaptable and resilient

• Results oriented and personal accountability

• Excellent attention to detail, highly organised with a proactive approach

• Strong analytical ability and problem solving skills

• Skilled in Microsoft applications software, inclusive of MS Visio and / or BPMN 2.0

Desired

• Experience within an agile environment

• A Good understanding of the front-to-back trade lifecycle

Job Band & Level

• Professional / Level 5

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Not The Perfect Fit?

Concerned that you may not meet the criteria precisely? At TP ICAP, we wholeheartedly believe in fostering inclusivity and cultivating a work environment where everyone can flourish, regardless of your personal or professional background. If you are enthusiastic about this role but find that your experience doesn't align perfectly with every aspect of the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply. You may be the ideal candidate for this position or another opportunity within our organisation. Our dedicated Talent Acquisition team is here to assist you in recognising how your unique skills and abilities can be a valuable contribution. Don't hesitate to take the leap and explore the possibilities. Your potential is what truly matters to us.

Company Statement

We know that the best innovation happens when diverse people with different perspectives and skills work together in an inclusive atmosphere. That's why we're building a culture where everyone plays a part in making people feel welcome, ready and willing to contribute. TP ICAP Accord - our Employee Network - is a central to this. As well as representing specific groups, TP ICAP Accord helps increase awareness, collaboration, shares best practice, and holds our firm to account for driving continuous cultural improvement.

Location

UK - 135 Bishopsgate - London