Business Analyst

Business AnalystClient Location: UtrechtWork Model: Hybrid (3 days on-site)Contract: 12-month temporary contract with strong intention to convert to permanentIndustry: Financial ServicesWe are currently hiring a Business Analyst on behalf of our financial services client based in Utrecht.Are you a driven Business Analyst who thrives at the intersection of business and IT? Do you enjoy transforming business needs into sustainable, strategic solutions within a regulated environment? If so, this opportunity could be for you.About the RoleAs a Business Analyst, you will work closely with business lines and IT teams to analyse functional needs and translate them into scalable, sustainable Information Systems (IS) solutions aligned with the organisation's strategic roadmap and project portfolio.You will act as the key functional and data contact within project and maintenance teams while ensuring solutions fully meet business requirements.This role operates in a hybrid model, combining on-site collaboration in Utrecht with remote flexibility. The position begins as a 12-month temporary contract, with a strong possibility of becoming permanent.Key ResponsibilitiesBusiness Needs Analysis & Strategic AlignmentUnderstand and analyse business line needs within one or more functional areasContribute to preliminary studies in collaboration with stakeholdersSupport portfolio monitoring and prioritisation of requestsPerform critical analysis and ensure alignment with the strategic roadmapPropose appropriate and sustainable IS solutionsRequirements Definition & Solution ValidationFormalise and obtain approval for business needs documentationDefine, formalise and validate functional requirements in line with organisational standardsParticipate in and/or lead functional testing activitiesSupport business users during UATContribute to change management and rolloutIdentify business impacts and support action plan developmentStakeholder Engagement & Functional ExpertiseAct as the key contact for functional and data-related topicsProvide functional expertise and knowledge sharingSupport coordination of user communitiesDeliver reporting in line with governance standardsRequired Expertise & SkillsBusiness & Technical SkillsStrong IT knowledge and understanding of business-IT alignmentExperience within banking and/or insurance IT environmentsCustomer relationship management and stakeholder engagementUnderstanding of IT architecture principlesSolid data knowledgeUX and customer journey mindsetKnowledge of testing methodologiesBehavioural SkillsStrong knowledge-sharing abilityAbility to synthesise and simplify complex informationClient-focused mindsetCollaborative and team-orientedTransversal SkillsStrong analytical capabilityAbility to anticipate business and strategic evolutionStructured and solution-oriented approachWhy Apply?Opportunity within a leading financial services environmentHybrid working model12-month contract with potential permanent opportunityStrategic, business-facing role with high visibility