Business Analyst

Job SummaryThe Business Analyst will be a core member of the team developing and growing the Argaam product portfolio – applying the function's core discipline (problem framing, business cases, discovery, and measurable execution) to research opportunities, contribute to product decisions for assigned areas, and coordinate the vendor and customer relationships that support institutional and retail investors. The role works closely with the Business Analysis Director, who provides direction, review, and coaching.Key ResponsibilitiesCore Business Analysis DisciplineStructure and frame customer/business problems clearly before pursuing solutions.Develop solid business cases and opportunity assessments for new initiatives, with guidance from the Director.Support product discovery through user journeys, concept development, and validation.Help translate strategic goals into actionable initiatives and delivery plans.Help define success metrics and track performance to ensure measurable business impact.Applied to the Argaam Product PortfolioResearch and identify new market, product, or partnership opportunities across the portfolio.Take ownership of assigned products or features – preparing recommendations on scope and priorities and following them through to delivery.Define product features and requirements that support both institutional and retail investors.Support relationships with data/technology vendors – evaluating proposals, coverage, and terms, and escalating commercial points to the Director.Engage with customers/clients, gathering feedback and translating it into product input.Build and maintain project timelines and workflows to move initiatives from concept to delivery.Stay current on GCC market developments, listed companies, and investor needs relevant to the portfolio.Apply AI tools to accelerate research, analysis, and reporting work.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Finance, Investment, Business, or related field.2–4 years of experience in business analysis, product, investment research, or a related role.CFA Level I passed or currently preparing for it.Working understanding of GCC financial markets and investor needs (institutional and retail).Demonstrated experience conducting research and evaluating business/market opportunities.Experience or exposure to vendor and/or customer relationship management.Familiarity with AI tools for research, analysis, or reporting.Required Skills & CompetenciesStrong analytical and problem-solving ability.Excellent verbal and written communication.Ownership and initiative – drives tasks and workstreams to completion and influences colleagues without always holding direct authority.Structured thinking on ambiguous or cross-functional problems.Organized self-starter – comfortable building structure (timelines, workflows) without heavy formal PM training.Product mindset – treats features and products as something to be actively improved, not just delivered once.Eagerness to learn – keen to build business analysis and product skills, and to act on coaching and feedback.Preferred QualificationsPrior experience in a fintech, financial data platform, or investment research environment.Arabic/English bilingual proficiency.Exposure to working directly with data vendors (e.g., market data providers) on licensing or coverage discussions.Exposure to Agile ways of working with development and design teams.