Senior Business Analyst

Senior Business Analyst – Electronic Trading - Product Management team. A renowned electronic trading firm is expanding its UK and European product management function and is seeking an experienced Business Analyst to join its global engagement team in London. This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the intersection of technology, product, and client delivery — partnering with stakeholders across development, operations, sales, QA, and senior leadership, while engaging directly with a prestigious, global client base. This client is not a software vendor; they are an electronic trading organisation.The successful candidate will join a team delivering a major new programme of work starting in Q4 2026 focused on electronic trading projects across European markets. The role also carries people leadership scope, including mentoring team members and contributing to hiring as the team grows.Responsibilities for the Senior Business Analyst:Act as a bridge between business and technology across a suite of trading platforms and products.Gather and analyse client business requirements, translating them into clear, actionable technical specifications.Manage project scope, identify risks, and propose contingency plans.Contribute to the successful delivery of projects within the product management lifecycle.Lead and mentor team members, and contribute to hiring as the team expands.Collaborate with senior stakeholders, both internally and externally.Produce high-quality documentation of business requirements and analysis.Required Skills for the Senior Business Analyst:Minimum 5 years' experience as a Business Analyst within financial services.Experience working with senior internal and external stakeholders, including institutional businesses.A track record of delivering electronic trading technology projects, working closely with software engineering teams internally and externally.Experience with Java, C++, or Python-based technology stacks.Experience within Equities or Fixed Income trading technology environments.Proven track record in Agile environments (Scrum and/or Kanban).Solid understanding of UK regulatory frameworks and Capital Markets.CompensationCompetitive salary with generous bonus and pension scheme.Benefits25 days annual leavePrivate medical insurance & life coverShare optionsGym membershipSeason ticket loanFlexible working hours