Business Analyst - Outside IR35 | London, UK

Saragossa; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in London is seeking an experienced Business Analyst to play a crucial role in data mapping and operational transformation. This hybrid role requires strong expertise in ETL processes and integration with custodians. You will collaborate with technology teams and stakeholders to ensure compliance and accurate transaction data flows. The ideal candidate has a background in operations and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Business Analyst in financial services.
• Strong expertise in data mapping and flow analysis.
• Solid understanding of ETL processes and data transformation.

Responsibilities

• Act as a bridge between business operations and tech teams.
• Lead data mapping activities with custodians.
• Analyze current-state operations for transaction reporting.

Skills

Data Mapping

ETL Processes

Stakeholder Management

Operations Knowledge

Data Analysis

Tools

Confluence

Jira

Visio

Excel

Job description

Job Title: Business Analyst – Data Mapping / Operations / ETL

Location: Central London (Hybrid – 3 Days in Office)

Duration: [6 Months, with potential extension]

Start Date: [ASAP / Flexible]

A leading financial services firm is seeking an experienced Business Analyst for a contract engagement focused on data mapping, operational transformation, and integration across custodial and internal systems. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate and compliant transaction data flows through the business, with a focus on ETL processes and integration with external custodians such as Pershing or RBC .

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the bridge between business operations and technology teams, translating business needs into detailed data and process requirements.
• Lead data mapping activities between internal platforms and third-party custodians (e.g., Pershing, RBC).
• Analyse current-state operations , focusing on transaction reporting , trade processing, and reconciliations.
• Collaborate with data engineering teams to define and validate requirements at the ETL layer .
• Support testing cycles (UAT, data validation, defect resolution) for data and system integration.
• Create and maintain documentation including business requirements, data dictionaries, process maps, and data flow diagrams.
• Engage stakeholders across operations, compliance, and IT to ensure successful delivery of business outcomes.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience as a Business Analyst within a financial services or investment operations environment.
• Strong expertise in data mapping and data flow analysis across complex systems.
• Solid understanding of ETL processes , data transformation, and integration best practices.
• Experience working with custodians such as Pershing and/or RBC – essential .
• Background in operations including transaction reporting, settlements, and post-trade processes.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strong documentation skills – experience with tools like Confluence, Jira, Visio, and Excel.
• Ability to work independently and deliver in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Private Equity - Business Data Analyst Saragossa London, United Kingdom

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