Technical Business Analyst (Python and Investment banking)

Business Analyst - Investment Bank (Contract)Location: London (Hybrid)Contract Length: 6 MonthsStart Date: ASAP

OverviewWe are working with a leading global investment bank seeking an experienced Business Analyst to join a high-performing front office technology and change team on a 6-month contract. This role sits at the intersection of business and technology, supporting critical trading and risk initiatives.

Role Responsibilities

Work closely with front office stakeholders (Trading, Structuring, Sales) to gather and document requirementsTranslate complex business needs into clear functional and technical specificationsPartner with developers and data teams to deliver scalable solutionsPerform data analysis and validation using SQL and PythonSupport Agile delivery using Jira (user stories, backlog grooming, sprint planning)Contribute to process improvements and system enhancements across trading platformsConduct UAT coordination and support implementation into production

Key Skills & Experience

Proven experience as a Business Analyst within an Investment Banking environmentStrong understanding of one or more asset classes, e.g.:

Bonds / Fixed IncomeFront Office DerivativesFX (Foreign Exchange)

Hands-on experience with:

Python (data analysis, scripting, automation)SQL (data extraction, manipulation)Jira (Agile delivery environment)

Strong stakeholder management skills across business and technology teamsExperience working on front office or trading-related projects

Nice to Have

Knowledge of risk systems or regulatory projectsExperience with data modelling or reporting toolsExposure to cloud or modern data platforms

Why Apply?

Opportunity to work with a top-tier investment bankHigh-impact front office projectsCollaborative and fast-paced environmentCompetitive contract rates

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.