Business Analyst

Oliver James Associates Ltd.; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance group in London seeks an experienced Business Analyst to join their dynamic team. This role involves supporting post-acquisition integrations and improving business processes. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills and experience with systems integration in the insurance sector. Enjoy a hybrid working model and work on high-visibility projects during a time of growth.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Collaborative culture

Exposure to different business areas

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in a Business Analyst role within insurance or financial services.
• Solid understanding of the London Market and core insurance operations.
• Proficient in Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead business analysis for post-acquisition integrations, from process mapping to gap analysis.
• Conduct data-driven analysis to uncover insights and inform decision-making.
• Produce and maintain documentation including business cases, functional specs.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Process Mapping

Data Analysis

Tools

Azure DevOps

JIRA

Confluence

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Business Analyst - Insurance Sector
Location: City of London (Hybrid - 3 days office / 2 days remote)
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

About the Role
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Business Analyst to join a dynamic and expanding insurance group at the heart of the London Market. This Group-level role supports a close-knit Product team and plays a critical part in integrating newly acquired businesses, improving business processes, and driving operational efficiencies across the organisation.

This is an exciting time to join a company undergoing rapid growth through strategic acquisitions. You'll work with senior stakeholders across the business, leading analysis initiatives that underpin large-scale transformation and technology-driven projects.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead business analysis for post-acquisition integrations, from process mapping to gap analysis.
• Collaborate with leadership to translate strategic goals into actionable business and technical requirements.
• Conduct data-driven analysis to uncover insights and inform decision-making.
• Produce and maintain documentation including business cases, functional specs, process flows, and user guides.
• Support change initiatives, ensuring successful adoption of new systems and processes.
• Act as a bridge between business units, IT, and external vendors.
• Monitor KPIs and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
• Deliver work packages aligned with the Group Project Framework.

About You
You are a skilled communicator and problem solver with a passion for turning business needs into workable solutions. You are equally comfortable challenging the status quo as you are supporting stakeholders through change.

Key Requirements:

• 5+ years' experience in a Business Analyst role within insurance or financial services.
• Solid understanding of the London Market and core insurance operations (claims, underwriting, etc.).
• Proven experience with systems integration, data migration, and transformation.
• Proficient in both Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Strong experience with tools such as Azure DevOps, JIRA, Confluence, Power BI, and Excel.
• Expertise in process mapping (e.g., BPMN/UML) and business process optimisation.
• Able to work independently, estimate and plan work, and liaise confidently across technical and business teams.

Desirable Certifications (not essential):

• BCS Diploma in Business Analysis or CBAP
• AgileBA certification
• CII Insurance qualifications (Certificate, Diploma, or ACII)

Why Join?

• Work on impactful, high-visibility projects at group level.
• Hybrid working model promoting flexibility and work-life balance.
• Collaborative, friendly culture with a strong "can-do" attitude.
• Exposure to a variety of business areas during a time of strategic growth.

Confidentiality Notice:
This role is with a highly respected and fast-growing insurance group. Client details will be disclosed during introductory calls.

Apply Now
If you're a confident Business Analyst with insurance sector experience and a passion for transformation, we want to hear from you.