Business Analyst - Investment Bank - Payments

Business Analyst - Investment Banking - Payment Systems

£700 PD - Inside IR35
12 months
Hybrid x2 days onsite
Overview
We are seeking an organised and proactive Business Analyst with strong knowledge of payments processes and systems. This role supports a growing portfolio of regulatory and strategic initiatives by defining and implementing effective business and information system solutions. The successful candidate will work closely with stakeholders to identify and document business requirements, and support delivery teams throughout the software development lifecycle to ensure successful outcomes.

Role and Responsibilities

Elicit, analyse, and document business requirements for new and existing software applications
Collaborate with delivery teams throughout the software development lifecycle
Ensure adherence to internal Business Analysis standards and delivery targets
Manage small project deliverables including planning, coordination, monitoring, and reporting
Provide written progress updates to the Business Analysis Team Leader on a weekly basis
Support and occasionally deputise for the Business Analysis Team Leader
Essential Skills and Experience

Strong understanding of the software development process and full project lifecycle
Proven ability to capture and translate business user requirements
Excellent communication and client-facing skills
Conceptual thinker capable of presenting complex topics to technical and non-technical audiences
Strong analytical skills with the ability to support major business change
Confident, dynamic, and persuasive with the ability to influence stakeholders
Capable of delivering to tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality output
Experience with payment systems integration
In-depth knowledge of banking systems - SEPA is ideal ! 
Familiarity with domestic and international payment schemes (e.g. BACS, CHAPS, SEPA CT, SDD, Instant, SWIFT, CBPR+)
Proficient in payment messaging formats including SWIFT FIN MT, XML ISO20022 (pain, pacs, camt), and BACS Standard 18
Desirable Skills and Experience

Working knowledge of SQL, XML, XSD, MQ, API, Postman, ETL
Experience with OPF systems
Knowledge of financial products such as Loans, Money Market, Trade Finance, Derivatives, and FX
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies
Experience using tools like Azure DevOps, JIRA, and Confluence
Ability to adapt quickly while maintaining high standards under pressure