Business Analyst

Business Analyst / Project Manager – Futures & Derivatives Clearing 📍 Hybrid (3 days on-site / 2 days remote) 💼 Contract – 8 months 💷 £530/day (Umbrella) We are looking for an experienced Business Analyst / Project Manager to join a Futures & Derivatives Clearing Operations Process Re-Engineering programme within a leading financial services organisation. This is a hands-on BA-led role with project delivery responsibilities, focused on driving operational change, process optimisation, and supporting technology delivery in a fast-paced clearing environment. Key Responsibilities • Lead end-to-end business analysis for process re-engineering initiatives within Futures & Derivatives Clearing • Work closely with business stakeholders to understand current state processes, identify pain points, and define future state solutions • Translate complex requirements into clear functional specifications, user stories, and acceptance criteria • Facilitate workshops and requirement-gathering sessions across Operations, Front Office, Technology, and Risk • Document business processes, data flows, and system interactions • Support project delivery activities including planning, milestone tracking, dependency management, and risk escalation • Contribute to testing strategy and support UAT • Provide subject matter expertise on clearing processes and regulatory requirements Required Skills & Experience • Strong experience in process mapping, analysis, and optimisation • Proven background in business requirements and user story writing for technology delivery • Solid stakeholder management skills, with experience working across multiple senior teams • Good understanding of project management fundamentals • In-depth knowledge of Futures & Derivatives Clearing and the associated regulatory landscape (e.g. Dodd-Frank, EMIR) • Experience working in high-pressure, delivery-focused environments • Proficiency with tools such as Visio, Excel, Jira, Confluence Experience & Qualifications • 5–7+ years’ experience as a Business Analyst or BA/PM within financial services • Direct experience in Futures & Derivatives or Clearing Operations is essential • Relevant degree required; certifications such as PMP, CBAP, CSM are advantageous