Senior Business Analyst We are seeking a Senior Business Analyst to partner closely with key stakeholders, gathering and translating customer needs into actionable requirements, crafting impactful business cases, and implementing prioritized solutions that are cost-effective and aligned with our IT strategy. This role requires someone who can balance meticulous attention to detail with a strategic perspective, working both day-to-day and at management levels to help optimize Foresters Financial's IT investments. This is a hybrid working pattern, 2 office / 3 home Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with stakeholders to identify business challenges, analyze options, and recommend solutions that align with our strategic goals and architecture. Identify and suggest improvement opportunities, driving solutions that enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Capture and refine requirements, translating them into epics and user stories, and working with development teams on the Requirements Model. Maintain in-depth knowledge of business processes, products, system interfaces, and data models. Coordinate with third-party suppliers to align tasks with joint delivery plans. Ensure system deliveries meet business expectations by reconciling them against requirements. Support the IT operating model by managing individual workload within the Business Solutions team. Conduct meetings and presentations to share analytical insights and proposed solutions. Mentor junior business analysts, offering guidance and coaching as needed. Qualifications & Skills: Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Business Analyst, ideally in Financial Services. Proven expertise in requirements definition and documentation. Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact confidently at all organizational levels. Solid technical background with proficiency in Microsoft applications and understanding of Software Development Lifecycle methodologies. Experience collaborating with third-party software providers. Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines. Proficiency in SQL Server Management Studio. Knowledge of Financial Services is desirable. A BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis is an advantage. Senior Business Analyst