Business Analyst

Job Description: Role Summary * We have multiple roles required to support various strategic and operational workstreams across the organisation * Positions combine strategic design, practical implementation, and operational delivery to enable improved processes, data-driven decision-making, and efficient programme outcomes. Essential Skills Business Analysis & Requirements * Conduct comprehensive business analysis and requirements definition in large, multi-stakeholder environments. * Gather, document, and validate user needs for planning, governance, and operational tools. * Lead discovery and analysis phases for enterprise, corporate planning, or programme projects. * Translate strategic objectives into functional and data requirements. * Develop business and data models for outcome-based planning and performance measurement. Process & Operational Improvement * Analyse and redesign business processes to improve efficiency, quality, and alignment. * Conduct detailed analysis to support process improvements, operational decisions, and “quick win” initiatives. * Implement process improvements using structured methodologies, including Six Sigma. * Propose rationalisation or switch-off for outdated systems, returns, or processes (e.g., API gateways, legacy files). Programme & Workstream Delivery * Plan, organise, and track detailed workstream activities and deliverables. * Drive out detailed scope and support prioritisation for programme delivery. * Identify, track, and manage Risks, Assumptions, Issues, and Dependencies (RAID). * Facilitate workshops, stakeholder discussions, and engagement sessions to gather insights and validate solutions. * Work flexibly within project and programme delivery frameworks, adapting to evolving organisational goals. Digital Tools & Technical Delivery * Migrate legacy files into modern architecture and develop migration strategies. * Evaluate rollout of software and digital tools (e.g., Power BI, M365) and standardise software delivery practices. * Assess and embed security controls across SDLC stages. * Produce clear documentation, process maps, requirements artefacts, traceability matrices, RAID logs, MI, and progress reports. Desirable Skills * Knowledge of Agile BA techniques: user story mapping, impact mapping, MoSCoW prioritisation. * Certification in BCS Business Analysis, Agile BA, or equivalent qualification. * Substantial project/programme environments involving business & IT change. * Experience of working in a regulatory environment. * Experience in Business Architecture, Business Change, or Testing. * Experience in regulatory programmes, data governance, or process improvement initiatives. * Business acumen in financial services or financial regulation