Business Analyst - Data Algorithms

Business Analyst / Data Analyst – Data AlgorithmsLocation: London, UK Work Mode: Hybrid (3 days/week onsite) Experience: 8+ YearsJob OverviewWe are looking for an experienced Business Analyst (BA) or a Data Analyst (DA) with strong analytical capabilities to join our Data Algorithms team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience gathering and translating business requirements into data-driven solutions, working closely with business stakeholders, product teams, and technical teams to support algorithm development, data modelling, and decision-making.This role is ideal for:Business Analysts with 8+ years of BA experience, orData Analysts with several years of Data Analytics experience supplemented by Business Analysis experience.Experience within Banking or Financial Services is highly desirable.Key ResponsibilitiesWork with business stakeholders to gather, analyse, and document business and functional requirements.Translate business problems into analytical and data-driven solutions.Support the design and enhancement of data algorithms and analytical models.Produce high-quality Business Requirement Documents (BRDs), Functional Requirement Documents (FRDs), user stories, and process flows.Perform data analysis to identify trends, patterns, anomalies, and opportunities.Work closely with Data Engineers, Data Scientists, Architects, and Technology teams to deliver data solutions.Create data mappings, business rules, and data dictionaries.Validate business requirements through workshops, walkthroughs, and stakeholder reviews.Support UAT planning, execution, and defect management.Facilitate Agile ceremonies including backlog refinement, sprint planning, and reviews.Ensure solutions align with governance, data quality, and regulatory standards.Communicate project progress, risks, dependencies, and recommendations to stakeholders.Required Skills & Experience8+ years of Business Analysis experience, or equivalent combination of Data Analysis and Business Analysis.Strong experience in requirements gathering and stakeholder management.Experience working on Data Algorithms, analytics, or data-centric projects.Strong SQL skills for analysing and validating data.Experience with data mapping, data lineage, and data quality analysis.Ability to analyse large datasets and derive meaningful business insights.Experience creating process maps using BPMN, Visio, or similar tools.Strong documentation skills including BRDs, FRDs, user stories, and acceptance criteria.Experience working within Agile/Scrum delivery environments.Excellent communication and presentation skills.Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset.Preferred SkillsBanking or Financial Services domain experience.Experience with Reference Data, Master Data, or Data Governance.Knowledge of data modelling concepts.Experience with Python, Power BI, Tableau, or other analytics tools.Familiarity with cloud data platforms such as AWS or Azure.Experience working alongside Data Science or Machine Learning teams.Understanding of regulatory reporting and data governance frameworks.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, or a related discipline.CBAP, CCBA, PMI-PBA, or IIBA certification is desirable.Agile Business Analysis or Scrum certification is an advantage.Key CompetenciesBusiness AnalysisData AnalysisData AlgorithmsSQLRequirements GatheringStakeholder ManagementData MappingBusiness Process AnalysisUser StoriesAgile / ScrumData QualityData GovernanceAnalytical ThinkingProblem SolvingBanking Domain (Preferred)This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative data initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven business solutions in a fast-paced, Agile environment.