SENIOR BUSINESS ANALYST - BANKING/FINANCIAL SERVICES

Duncan & Ross; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 299,000 - 375,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Riyadh is seeking a Senior Business Analyst to bridge business needs and IT solutions. The ideal candidate will gather and document requirements, liaise with stakeholders, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Candidates should have over 8 years of experience in banking or financial services and strong analytical skills. Proficiency in tools like MS Office and Jira is essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience as a Business Analyst in banking or financial services.
• Strong knowledge of Core Banking, Digital Channels, Payments, and Lending platforms.
• Proficiency in documenting business requirements.

Responsibilities

• Gather and document detailed business requirements.
• Prepare Business Requirement Documents (BRD).
• Liaise between business teams and IT to ensure solutions meet objectives.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

MS Office

Visio

Jira

Job description

About the job SENIOR BUSINESS ANALYST - BANKING/FINANCIAL SERVICES

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Business Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in bridging the gap between business needs and IT solutions, ensuring that business requirements are accurately captured, effectively communicated, and successfully delivered. This position is particularly suited to professionals with a strong background in the banking and financial services sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather, analyze, and document detailed business requirements in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Prepare comprehensive Business Requirement Documents (BRD) and related documentation.
• Act as a liaison between business teams and IT to ensure solutions meet business objectives and align with strategic goals.
• Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and validate that final deliverables meet defined requirements, as needed.
• Monitor project risks, dependencies, and demand pipelines, recommending mitigation strategies and solutions.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, including SAMA, internal audit requirements, and other relevant frameworks.

Key Competencies

• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels.
• Highly analytical and detail-oriented, with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Proven ability to work effectively under pressure and deliver within tight deadlines.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelors degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience as a Business Analyst, preferably within the banking or financial services industry.
• Strong working knowledge of banking systems, including Core Banking, Digital Channels, Payments, and Lending platforms.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Visio, and Jira.
• Excellent documentation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders effectively.

Preferred Certifications

• PMI-PBA (Professional in Business Analysis) or equivalent certifications.

Vertical:

Technology