Business Analyst MiFID II

Adecco; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Business Analyst to enhance MiFID II Product Governance. Located in Canary Wharf, this hybrid role requires at least 10 years in investment banking and expertise in regulatory frameworks. Join the team and contribute to significant improvements in product governance while collaborating with legal and compliance teams. This is a pivotal opportunity for professionals passionate about regulatory frameworks and impactful project delivery.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as a Business Analyst in Investment Banking.
• Strong background in implementing MiFID II Product Governance.
• Proven track record in business analysis and project delivery within regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyse business requirements, collaborating with legal and compliance teams.
• Conduct gap analysis and propose viable solutions.
• Document changes or define new governance structures.

Skills

Business analysis in Investment Banking

Implementing MiFID II Product Governance

Data analysis

Exceptional communication skills

Strong analytical skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Visio

Job description

Business Analyst - MiFID II Product Governance
Daily Rate: 500 - 600 (inside IR35 via umbrella)
Contract Length: 12 months initially
Location: Hybrid working model - 3 days pw in Canary Wharf is essential.

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Business Analyst to join their Markets programme Execution & Transformation team for a critical project focused on enhancing the MiFID II Product Governance framework. This is a fantastic opportunity for a professional with extensive experience in investment banking and regulatory frameworks to contribute to significant improvements in product governance.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather and analyse business requirements, collaborating with legal and compliance teams to ensure thorough understanding of regulatory mandates.
• Conduct gap analysis to assess current solutions against required enhancements and propose viable solutions.
• Document changes or define new governance and reporting structures to enhance business-as-usual (BAU) processes and controls.
• Draft and revise policies and procedures as necessary, ensuring they align with regulatory standards.
• Perform data analysis to support project objectives and deliverables.
• Assist the project manager in adhering to PMO standards and tracking implementation progress.
• Prepare materials for working groups and support the project manager in facilitating User Acceptance Testing (UAT) as applicable.

Key Skills Required

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience as a Business Analyst in Investment Banking.
• Strong background in implementing MiFID II Product Governance.
• Proven track record in business analysis and project delivery within regulatory frameworks, including legal interpretation and business impact analysis.
• Experience collaborating with business stakeholders, including Business Managers and Front Office Trading & Sales teams, as well as Legal and Compliance.
• Exceptional communication skills (both written and verbal) for effective updates to project/programme managers and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel (data analysis), PowerPoint, and Visio (process flow).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with keen attention to detail.

Key Skills Preferred

• Understanding of FCA Consumer Duty and PRIIPs regulations.
• Business Analysis qualifications or equivalent are desirable.
• Familiarity with navigating the landscape, including systems architecture and processes.
• Knowledge of MiFID II Investor Protection regulations (Cost & Charges, Inducements).

How to Apply

If you are a motivated Business Analyst with a passion for regulatory frameworks and product governance, we invite you to apply. Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are a good fit for this role.

Join us in shaping the future of product governance within our client’s organisation!

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