Senior Business Analyst - 12 month FTC

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company in the Financial Services sector is seeking a Senior Business Analyst to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will manage the full project life cycle, from capturing requirements to delivering innovative solutions. Your expertise in the front-to-back trade lifecycle and the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) will be crucial in ensuring successful project outcomes. This role offers the opportunity to work within Agile frameworks, collaborate with talented professionals, and make a significant impact on technology solutions that enhance compliance and quality in the financial landscape.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in regulatory-focused business analysis and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from inception to delivery, ensuring all requirements are met.
• Leverage expertise in Wholesale Financial Services to enhance technology solutions.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Technical Proficiency

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Self-Starter

Adaptability

Service-Oriented

Tools

MS Visio

BPMN 2.0

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Our client, a leading player in the Financial Services sector, is seeking a Senior Business Analyst to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be instrumental in managing the full project life cycle, from capturing requirements to implementing and delivering innovative solutions. Your expertise in the front-to-back trade lifecycle and the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) will be key to ensuring successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Management: Lead projects from inception to delivery, ensuring all requirements are met and deadlines are adhered to.
2. Financial Services Expertise: Leverage your deep understanding of Wholesale Financial Services to enhance technology solutions.
3. Regulatory Focus: Utilize your experience in regulatory-focused business analysis to ensure compliance and deliver high-quality product outcomes.
4. Agile Environment: Work within Agile frameworks to deliver technology solutions efficiently and effectively.
5. Documentation & Communication: Produce clear, accurate, and compelling documentation. Communicate effectively at all levels, providing detailed interpretations of information.

Skills & Qualifications:

1. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
2. Self-Starter: Proactively identify tasks and work independently to achieve project goals.
3. Technical Proficiency: Skilled in Microsoft applications, including MS Visio and BPMN 2.0. Proficient in JIRA and Confluence.
4. Adaptability: Ability to learn new skills and technologies as required.
5. Service-Oriented: Demonstrate resilience, results-orientation, and personal accountability.
6. Attention to Detail: Maintain high standards of quality and control in all deliverables.

Desired Experience:

1. Market Surveillance & Monitoring: Expertise in market abuse alert scenarios, case management, pattern recognition, and AI.
2. Front Office Processes: Knowledge of broking methods, trade and order capture, and trading protocols.
3. Product Knowledge: Familiarity with FICC, ETDs, and Equities using industry standards like FpML and FIX.
4. Regulatory Regimes: Understanding of global regulations including MiFID II, EMIR, REMIT, MAR, Dodd-Frank, and others.
5. Data Requirements: Experience with the functional and technical aspects of surveillance systems.
6. Agile Frameworks: Experience working in Scaled Agile teams or similar frameworks.