Business Analyst - Banking & Payments

Lorien; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment service provider is seeking an experienced Business Analyst specializing in Banking and Payments. This London-based hybrid role (6 months with potential extension) requires a strong understanding of financial regulations and operational processes. Candidates should possess skills in process modelling, stakeholder engagement, and have SC Clearance. Join us to contribute to impactful change and efficiency in the financial sector.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Business Analysis within Banking and Payments.
• Strong understanding of regulatory and operational frameworks.
• Holds valid SC Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Capture and document business requirements aligned to project goals.
• Model current and future state processes using BPMN.
• Build strong relationships across business units.
• Assist in test planning and defect management.
• Contribute to change impact assessments and training materials.

Skills

Business Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Process Improvement

Regulatory Knowledge

Tools

Visio

JIRA

Confluence

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Business Analyst - Banking & Payments

London Hybrid

6 months with likely extension

Inside IR35 via Umbrella

SC Cleared role

We are seeking a highly skilled Business Analyst with proven expertise in the Banking and Payments domain. This role requires deep understanding of the financial sector, including regulatory frameworks and operational processes. Ideal candidates will bring strong knowledge of SWIFT messaging standards, ISO 20022, and business process optimisation, supporting strategic initiatives and delivering impactful change across complex financial environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Requirements Gathering & Analysis:
  Capture and document business requirements aligned to project goals. Collaborate with stakeholders to define functional and non-functional needs.
• Process Mapping & Improvement:
  Model current and future state processes using BPMN. Identify opportunities for efficiency, cost savings, and automation.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  Build strong relationships across business units, facilitating workshops and ensuring alignment between business and technical teams.
• Testing & Delivery Support:
  Assist in test planning, defect management, and validating solutions against business needs.
• Change & Transition Support:
  Contribute to change impact assessments, training materials, and smooth implementation of new processes or systems.

Key Skills & Requirements

• Proven experience in Business Analysis within Banking and Payments.
• Strong understanding of the finance sector, including regulatory and operational frameworks.
• Proficient in process modelling tools (e.g., Visio), Microsoft Office Suite, and BPMN techniques.
• Familiarity with project delivery methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
• Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with tools like JIRA, Confluence, and SharePoint is a plus.
• Holds valid SC Clearance.

If this role is of interest to you, please apply with an updated CV now!

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.