Business Analyst

Position: Business Analyst – Funds & middle/back office Location: London, United Kingdom (Hybrid) Contract: 6-month rolling (Inside IR35) Day Rate: £500 per day We’re seeking an experienced Business Analyst with strong knowledge of fund operations and middle/back office processes within the asset management sector. This role will focus on enhancing operational and data processes across portfolios, funds, and cash management activities. Responsibilities • Analyse and document business processes across funds, funds of funds, and hybrid fund structures (units and market holdings). • Collaborate with Middle and Back Office stakeholders to optimise processes involving: • Client Order Management • Transfer Agency • Cash Movements / Cash Flow Processing • Portfolio and Static Data Management • Benchmark Data / Models • Translate business requirements into clear, testable Epics, User Stories, and Gherkin acceptance criteria in an Agile environment. • Produce high-quality documentation, including: • Business Requirements Documents (BRDs) • Process and Workflow Diagrams • Data Mapping and Technical Documentation • Conduct SQL-based data analysis and support UAT on delivered solutions. Experience & Skills Required • Proven experience as a Business Analyst within Asset Management or Investment Operations. • Strong understanding of fund operations – particularly client orders, cash flows, and static data. • Experience working with Middle Office / Back Office teams and related systems. • Skilled in Agile delivery, documentation, and data analysis (SQL). • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. • Experience with FIX Messaging, Benchmark Data, or Portfolio Securitisation would be advantageous. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV Disclaimer Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies. Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement.