Job Title: Senior IT Business Analyst – Trading Systems (12-Month Contract) About the Role We're working with a global energy trading firm looking for a technically strong Senior IT Business Analyst to join a dynamic team focused on exchange-traded derivatives. You'll bridge the gap between business needs and technical delivery across trading, compliance, and regulatory initiatives. This is a great opportunity to work at the intersection of commodities, capital markets, and trading technology. Key Responsibilities • Gather and translate complex business requirements into technical specs. • Act as a subject matter expert across trading systems. • Analyse trade lifecycles (RFQ, order, execution) to drive system improvements. • Troubleshoot issues and work closely with developers, QA, and support teams. • Contribute to regulatory compliance, particularly MiFID II and RTS6. • Support third-party system integrations (e.g., EMS/OMS platforms). Required Skills & Experience • Background in commodity trading, capital markets, or investment banking. • Deep understanding of exchange-traded derivatives and the trade lifecycle. • Experience with Bloomberg, Refinitiv, and other market data platforms. • Strong grasp of MiFID II, EMIR, MAR, and FCA regulations. • Proficiency in Python, SQL, and scripting (e.g., PowerShell, C#). • Experience with FIX protocol and trading platforms like TT, Bloomberg, NYFIX. • Familiar with TCP/multicast and system deployment across Linux and Windows. Nice to Have • Experience building or supporting algorithmic trading systems. • Exposure to third-party networks and vendor management. • Familiarity with instrument static data and market/trade data tools. Interested? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.