We are looking for an experienced Business Analyst to join a leading regional bank on a 12-month contract. This role supports the bank’s Risk Management and Group Technology & Operations teams, focusing on defining business requirements, designing end-to-end risk and control processes, and supporting the delivery of scalable, technology-enabled risk management solutions.

Mandatory Skill(s)

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Finance, or a related discipline;
• Must have at least 10 years of experience in banking or consulting (7-9 years may be considered);
• Must have strong domain knowledge in Risk Management (Market Risk or Credit Risk);
• Must have strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business analysis into practical and scalable solutions;
• Hands-on experience in Excel (macros, data analysis, dashboard mock-ups);
• Solid understanding of technology and operational processes in banking;
• Familiarity with change management and project management methodologies;
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and influencing skills;
• Self-driven, proactive, and able to work under minimal supervision while managing complex initiatives.

Desirable Skill(s)

• Exposure to Operational Risk, Product Control, or Balance Sheet Risk Management;
• Experience defining overall solution considerations such as scalability, maintainability, and operational risk;
• Knowledge of process improvement or automation methodologies;
• Strategic, resourceful, and able to thrive in dynamic and fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders on risk management initiatives requiring technology, operations, risk, or legal enablement;
• Collaborate with architecture and technology teams to design high-level, scalable solutions that align with business objectives;
• Define and document business requirements, use cases, and “to-be” business processes;
• Conduct feasibility assessments and ensure solutions align with technology and risk strategy;
• Partner with cross-functional teams (Risk, Legal, Audit, HR, etc.) to plan, test, and deliver projects smoothly from concept to implementation;
• Conduct feasibility and impact assessments, ensuring alignment with enterprise technology and risk strategies;
• Support testing and implementation activities, including user acceptance and business readiness;
• Manage change requests, assess risks, and drive resolution for critical issues;
• Track system and process performance and recommend continuous improvements.

If you are interested in this role, click on the “Apply to this job” button below or you could also write in with your CV to Sarah Sevilla at sarah.s@sciente.com quoting the job title.