Job Description

Our client, a leading player in the financial services industry, is looking for a

Business Analyst

with a strong technical background and hands-on

Python development experience

. This role is ideal for someone who began their career in software development and later transitioned into business analysis, bridging technology and business to deliver impactful solutions.


You will work closely with

quant researchers, trading teams, and developers

across multiple asset classes - including

FX, Equities, and Fixed Income

- to define requirements, design technical solutions, and ensure seamless delivery of technology initiatives.

A

technical coding assessment in Python

will be part of the selection process.

Key Responsibilities

Partner with quant researchers, traders, and developers to gather, analyze, and translate business requirements into technical specifications. Use

Python

for data analysis, prototyping, and validating business logic to support trading and risk management systems. Contribute to

system design

,

API design

, and data model discussions to ensure scalable and efficient solutions. Work with developers to ensure requirements are accurately implemented and tested. Support documentation of business processes, workflows, and system enhancements using Confluence and JIRA. Collaborate across business and technology teams to troubleshoot issues, optimize workflows, and enhance system functionality. Maintain clear communication with stakeholders to manage expectations and project progress.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience

as a

Technical or IT Business Analyst

within the financial services or trading domain. Strong hands-on

Python programming

skills - able to write, understand, and debug code (mandatory). Experience working with

data pipelines

,

API integrations

, and

time-series data

(KDB+/q experience is an advantage). Familiarity with

microservices

,

domain-driven design

,

cloud-native

applications, and

distributed systems

. Proficiency with

Atlassian tools

(JIRA, Confluence). Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills. * Excellent communication and documentation skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.