Business Analyst
IT Controls / Risk / Financial Services
£550 - £600 per day inside IR35
As the Business Analyst , you will play a key role in gathering and analyzing requirements for IT projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives. You will collaborate closely with stakeholders to understand their needs, translate them into detailed functional specifications, and support the development team throughout the project lifecycle. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for bridging the gap between technical teams and business users. You will be responsible for identifying potential risks, providing insights to improve processes, and ensuring that solutions are delivered to meet both business and technical requirements. Your ability to facilitate effective communication and problem-solving will be critical in ensuring successful project outcomes
Must have IT Controls and IT Risk experience
We'd love for you to have worked within retail banking HSBC/Santander or similar sized banking organisation.
Responsibilities
- Requirements Gathering & Documentation: Ability to collect, document, and translate business needs into detailed technical requirements.
- Stakeholder Management: Strong communication skills to engage and manage expectations of stakeholders at all levels.
- Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving: Expertise in analyzing business processes, identifying issues, and providing data-driven solutions.
- Process Modeling & Improvement: Proficiency in using tools like BPMN or UML to model processes and suggest improvements.
- Technical Understanding: A solid grasp of IT systems and how they align with business objectives to bridge the gap between technical teams and users.
- Risk Identification & Mitigation: Skill in anticipating project risks and developing strategies to minimize or resolve them effectively.
Archie.odonovan@harringtonstarr.com