Business Analyst

Role Title: Business Analyst - API Payments Location: Knutsford, UK - Hybrid Days on site: 2-3/Week Job Type: Contract Role Description: We are seeking a highly skilled Payments Business Analyst with strong experience in API integration and a solid understanding of the Payments domain. The ideal candidate will act as a bridge between business stakeholders and technical teams, ensuring seamless delivery of payment solutions and API-driven integrations. Key Responsibilities • Requirements Gathering & Analysis o Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand payment workflows, transaction processing, and integration needs. o Document functional and non-functional requirements for APIs and payment systems. • API Integration o Work closely with engineering teams to design and validate API specifications (REST, SOAP, JSON, XML). o Ensure API documentation is clear and aligns with business requirements. • Payments Domain Expertise o Analyze payment gateways, card networks, digital wallets, and real-time payment systems. o Understand compliance requirements (PCI DSS, PSD2, tokenization, fraud prevention). • Stakeholder Management o Act as a liaison between product, technology, and operations teams. o Conduct workshops, demos, and training sessions for stakeholders. • Testing & Validation o Support UAT and SIT phases by validating API responses and payment flows. o Ensure data integrity and transaction accuracy across integrated systems. Required Skills & Qualifications • Technical Skills o Strong understanding of API design principles and integration patterns. o Familiarity with tools like Postman, Swagger, and API monitoring solutions. o Knowledge of payment processing systems, gateways, and settlement processes. • Domain Expertise o Hands-on experience in Payments industry (cards, wallets, UPI, ACH, etc.). o Understanding of regulatory and compliance frameworks (PCI DSS, PSD2). • Soft Skills o Excellent communication and documentation skills. o Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. • Education • o Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Finance, or related field.