Business Analyst – Operations (Fixed Term Contract)
Location London
Contract Length: 6 Months
About the Role:
Our client is seeking a talented and experienced Business Analyst to join their Derivatives Front Office Working Group. This is a unique opportunity to be part of one of the largest change programmes within the organisation, where you will play a crucial role in defining the target operating model for the Front Office.
Key Responsibilities:
* Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) from the Derivatives Front Office to outline the changes occurring on Day 1, focusing on processes, roles, technology, and policies.
* Develop and document as–is and to–be process flows for key derivatives products, ensuring seamless integration with other departments such as Treasury, Operations, Risk, and Finance.
* Conduct workshops to gather detailed business requirements, ensuring clarity and alignment with IT stakeholders to facilitate effective translation into functional requirements.
* Provide regular updates and reports to senior management, addressing risks and progress, and fostering communication across various departments involved in the programme.
What We're Looking For:
* A degree–level education with proven experience in front office transformation or change programmes in investment banking.
* Strong knowledge of derivatives products and the investment banking trade lifecycle, with the ability to conduct workshops and engage with senior stakeholders effectively.
* Excellent relationship–building skills, capable of managing multiple tasks while communicating clearly and concisely in both written and verbal forms.
* Experience in target operating model design, process mapping, and business requirements gathering, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the business impact of system changes.
Your Skills and Experience:
* Expertise in front office transformation, ideally through the end–to–end programme lifecycle.
* Strong analytical and problem–solving skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with IT teams and other departments.
* Initiative and adaptability, with a willingness to support project managers as needed.
* A proactive approach to stakeholder management, ensuring efficient use of SMEs' time while providing them with insights into effective business analysis and change delivery practises.
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