System Analyst

Marlin Selection Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Marlin Selection Recruitment in London is seeking a Finance Systems Analyst to join a growing financial services organisation within the technology and transformation team. The role suits someone with about 1-2 years' experience in systems, technology, automation, or application development and a passion for building impactful solutions.

You'll collaborate with finance and operational stakeholders, using Azure, Python and automation tools to develop applications, streamline processes, and

Qualifications

• Degree in CS/IT/Software Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1-2 years' experience in technology, systems, automation, business analysis, or application development.
• Hands-on Azure experience, including building/deploying solutions.
• Programming experience, ideally Python.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Proactive mindset with ownership of projects.

Responsibilities

• Identify inefficient or manual processes with finance/operations teams and design tech-driven solutions.
• Design/develop applications and automations to improve efficiency and support growth.
• Build and deploy solutions on Microsoft Azure.
• Use Python to create practical business solutions.
• Gather requirements and translate into technical specifications.
• Maintain, support, and enhance existing apps while developing new ones.
• Introduce governance, documentation, and development standards.
• Take ownership of projects from problem to delivery.

Skills

Microsoft Azure

Python

Automation tools

Data analytics

Education

Degree in Computer Science/IT/Software Engineering or related

Job description

Finance Systems Analyst – Technology & Automation

London | Permanent

We are working with a growing financial services organisation who are seeking a talented Finance Systems Analyst to join their technology and transformation team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with around 1-2 years' experience in systems, technology, business analysis, automation, or application development who is passionate about building solutions that improve business performance and efficiency.

You'll work closely with finance and operational stakeholders, using technologies such as Microsoft Azure, Python, and automation tools to develop applications, streamline processes, and support business transformation initiatives.

What you'll be doing

• Working with finance and operational teams to identify inefficient or manual processes and develop technology-driven solutions
• Designing and developing applications and automations that improve efficiency and support business growth
• Building and deploying solutions using Microsoft Azure
• Using Python or similar programming languages to create practical business solutions
• Gathering business requirements and translating them into effective technical solutions
• Maintaining, supporting, and enhancing existing applications while developing new solutions
• Introducing appropriate controls, documentation, development standards, and governance
• Taking ownership of projects from problem identification through to implementation and delivery
• Supporting ongoing technology and process improvement initiatives across the business

What we're looking for

• Degree educated in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
• 1-2 years' experience in a technology, systems, automation, business analysis, or application development role
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure, including building and deploying solutions
• Programming experience, ideally with Python
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
• Experience working with business users to understand requirements and deliver solutions
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• A proactive, curious mindset and willingness to take ownership of projects
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities
• An interest in process improvement, automation, and business transformation

Why consider this opportunity?

This is an opportunity to build a career at the intersection of technology, automation, and business transformation within a growing financial services organisation.

You'll have the chance to design and implement real-world solutions, automate business processes, and see the direct impact of your work across the organisation. The role offers broad exposure to modern technologies and significant opportunities for professional growth as the business continues to invest in its technology capabilities.

If you enjoy solving business problems through technology and are looking for a role where you can make a tangible difference, I'd be keen to speak with you.