Business Analyst - Manager

AustralianSuper; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global asset management firm in London is seeking an experienced Business Analyst - Manager to shape the future of asset management. The role involves leading business analysis for strategic projects and collaborating with international teams. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in complex projects within asset management, strong analytical skills, and appropriate business analysis qualifications. The position offers a flexible hybrid work model for a balanced lifestyle.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid work environment

Career development opportunities

Ability to make an impact in a global organization

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a business analyst in complex projects.
• Knowledge in technology vendor implementation and regulatory change.
• Strong facilitation skills in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead project workstreams to create business requirements.
• Analyze impact of changes on operating models.
• Document processes and facilitate workshops.

Skills

Business analysis methodologies

Requirements documentation

Process modelling

Data modelling

Analytical mindset

Leadership

Education

BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis

MBA or similar

Job description

Overview

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Job Description

Business Analyst - Manager

Work Environment: Hybrid
Location: London, UK
Employment Type: Full-Time

Shape the future of asset management by leading business analysis for global change initiatives.
Collaborate, innovate, and deliver high-impact solutions in a world-class team.
Enjoy flexible hybrid working to support your professional and personal priorities.

About Us

At AustralianSuper, our purpose is clear: helping members achieve their best financial position in retirement. With over £180bn in assets under management, we are a global leader in the pension fund industry. Our London office is central to our international growth, and we\'re seeking a skilled Business Analyst - Manager to join our dynamic team.

We believe in flexible hybrid working arrangements, empowering you to balance your career ambitions with your personal life.

The Opportunity

This is a unique chance to own and lead the identification and articulation of business requirements for AustralianSuper\'s International Offices (IO) projects and change initiatives. As a Business Analyst - Manager, you\'ll provide in-house expertise in requirements engineering, operational impact assessments, process and data modelling, and more-ensuring the successful delivery of strategic projects and change initiatives.

You\'ll work with a wide range of stakeholders across both our International and Australian offices, collaborating with business and functional teams at all levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Business Requirements Engineering: Lead project workstreams to create high-quality business requirements for projects and change initiatives. Use a variety of tools and techniques (e.g., root cause analysis, user story mapping, process mapping, value stream mapping, wireframes).
• Operational Impact Assessments: Analyse processes, data, systems, and organisational design to assess the impact of change initiatives on IO\'s operating model.
• Process Modelling: Document current and target state processes using standardised Business Process Model and Notation (BPMN). Facilitate workshops and interviews to model complex processes.
• Data Modelling: Lead research and documentation of data models to address data issues and enable high-quality project design decisions.
• Project-Related Analysis: Structure and deliver analysis to facilitate decision-making for change delivery.

What You\'ll Bring

We\'re looking for an experienced Business Analyst who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is passionate about delivering excellent outcomes.

• Experience: Extensive experience as a business analyst, with responsibility for leading workstreams on high-complexity/large-scale projects and programmes, ideally within asset management.
• Sector Knowledge: Experience in technology vendor implementation (SAAS), portfolio management/trading/investment capability set up, regulatory change (e.g., FCA compliance), and operating model/capability set up.
• Technical Skills: Proven ability to apply and tailor business analysis methodologies, tools, and techniques. Skilled in requirements documentation (user stories, use cases, prototypes/wireframes), process and data modelling.
• Leadership & Communication: Strong facilitation and workshopping skills. Able to communicate complex concepts clearly at all levels and influence stakeholders.
• Analytical Mindset: Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and root cause identification skills.
• Team Player: Collaborative, flexible, decisive, and proactive, with a practical, hands-on approach.
• Qualifications: Professional Business Analysis or similar qualification (e.g., BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis essential). Postgraduate degree in project management or business school subject, or tertiary professional business qualifications (MBA, CFA, ACCA, CIMA) are desirable.

Why Join Us?

At AustralianSuper, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where every individual can thrive. You\'ll enjoy:

• A flexible hybrid work environment designed to suit your lifestyle.
• Opportunities for career development and growth within a global organisation.
• The chance to make a real impact, delivering projects that shape the future of asset management.

We actively encourage applications from women and underrepresented groups-even if you don\'t tick every box.

What\'s Next?

If you\'re ready to take on a pivotal role where you can innovate, collaborate, and deliver meaningful change, we\'d love to hear from you.

At AustralianSuper, we are dedicated to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If you require adjustments, please let us know.

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