Business Analyst Loans

HSBC; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent banking institution is looking for an experienced Front Book Business Analyst to work in Birmingham or Sheffield. This role involves analyzing and documenting data flows between loan products and booking systems, leading workshops, and presenting reports to senior management. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and stakeholder management skills, with a background in loan products and systems. Opportunities for professional growth are available, making this an exciting opportunity for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience as a Business Analyst within loan products and loan booking systems.
• Strong data mapping and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret and document complex data flows.
• Proven track record of working with IT teams to deliver business requirements and technology solutions.
• Excellent stakeholder management and interpersonal skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing Senior management-level presentations and papers.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and risk considerations within lending is advantageous.
• Solid understanding of legal clauses relevant to loan products.

Responsibilities

• Analyse, document, and map data flows between loan products and booking systems.
• Collaborate closely with IT teams to translate business requirements into technical specifications.
• Engage with stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure alignment on project objectives.
• Prepare high-quality presentations and reports for senior management.
• Lead workshops and meetings to facilitate requirement gathering.
• Support testing and implementation phases.
• Identify process improvement opportunities.
• Work with the business on front book flow changes.

Skills

Data mapping

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Job description

Front Book Business Analyst

Birmingham / Sheffield

Contract until end of Sept 26

Up to £687.59 p/d Umbrella

If you’re looking for a career that will help you stand out, join HSBC Innovation Bank, and fulfil your potential. Whether you want a career that could take you to the top, or simply take you in an exciting new direction, HSBC Innovation Bank offers opportunities, support and rewards that will take you further. We are currently seeking an experienced individual to join this team in the role of Front Book Business Analyst

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Business Analyst with proven experience in loan products and loan booking systems. The ideal candidate will be adept at data mapping, collaborating with IT teams to deliver robust business requirements, and managing a diverse range of stakeholders. Exceptional communication skills are essential, as the role involves preparing and presenting decks and papers to senior leadership, including the HALCO (Group ALCo) and GLMM (Group Liquidity Management Meeting).

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse, document, and map data flows between loan products and booking systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance with business needs.
• Collaborate closely with IT teams to translate business requirements into technical specifications, supporting the end-to-end delivery of system enhancements and new data fields.
• Engage with stakeholders across business, operations, risk, and compliance to gather requirements, manage expectations, and ensure alignment on project objectives.
• Prepare high-quality presentations, reports, and papers for senior management and Board-level audiences, articulating complex concepts in a clear and concise manner.
• Lead workshops and meetings to facilitate requirement gathering, solution design, and project updates.
• Support testing and implementation phases, ensuring solutions meet business objectives and regulatory standards.
• Proactively identify process improvement opportunities and contribute to strategic initiatives within the lending domain.
• Work with the business on front book flow changes that impact Treasury.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of front-to-back process engineering, ensuring seamless integration and optimisation across all stages of the loan lifecycle.

Key Requirements

• Demonstrable experience as a Business Analyst within loan products and loan booking systems.
• Strong data mapping and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret and document complex data flows.
• Proven track record of working with IT teams to deliver business requirements and technology solutions.
• Excellent stakeholder management and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing Senior management-level presentations and papers (preferred).
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and risk considerations within lending is advantageous.
• Solid understanding of legal clauses relevant to loan products, with experience supporting projects such as LIBOR transition or similar regulatory-driven initiatives.

If you are interested, please do not hesitate to apply! Please note that in the event of a high volume of applications, we will only be able to reach out to successful applicants in the first instance.