Lead Business Analyst

2 weeks ago

London Area, United Kingdom Intec Select Full time £60,000 - £120,000 per year

Lead Business Analyst – Tier 1 Investment Bank

Hybrid:
2-3x week in London

Contract:
6-month initial contract

Day Rate:
Up to £700 per day (Inside IR35)

Overview:

A Tier 1 Investment Bank is seeking an experienced Lead Business Analyst to play a key role in a major multi-year transformation programme, initially focused on the replacement of the organisation's General Ledger system.

This role will lead business analysis efforts across a complex technology and data landscape, ensuring that business requirements are clearly defined, data flows are well understood, and high-quality analysis artefacts are delivered. The successful candidate will combine strong analytical, leadership, and stakeholder management skills with deep experience in financial systems and data-driven initiatives.

Role & Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate and track bank-side IT development activities and issues supporting the strategic transformation programme.
  • Lead and mentor a team of business analysts, providing coaching, guidance, and performance oversight.
  • Facilitate requirement-gathering workshops and ensure user stories are well-defined, prioritised, and understood by delivery teams.
  • Contribute to backlog refinement and sprint planning sessions, aligning workstreams with business objectives.
  • Deliver comprehensive analysis artefacts, including process maps, data models, and acceptance criteria.
  • Identify and manage risks, issues, and dependencies related to business analysis deliverables.
  • Report progress, risks, and insights to senior stakeholders and programme leadership.
  • Conduct data mapping, transformation, and in-depth analysis across large, complex data sets.
  • Analyse data flows and design effective data solutions to support business and regulatory needs.
  • Ensure data quality, integrity, and consistency through strong governance, security, and compliance practices.

Essential Skills & Experience:

  • Proven experience leading business analysis across full project lifecycles within financial services.
  • Strong understanding of software development and Agile delivery frameworks (Jira, Confluence).
  • Demonstrable success managing or mentoring small analyst teams within complex programmes.
  • Advanced data analysis capabilities, including SQL (SQL Server & Oracle) and Excel (Advanced).
  • Expertise in data modelling, data management, and data quality improvement.
  • Strong understanding of financial systems, General Ledger, and transformation/migration projects.
  • Knowledge of multiple asset classes (e.g. FX, ETD, Bonds, Credit Products).
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels.
  • High attention to detail, with strong problem-solving and organisational abilities.
  • Commercial awareness and adaptability in fast-paced, evolving environments.

Package:

  • Initial 6-month contract
  • c£700 p/day inside IR35
  • Hybrid (2-3x week in London)

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