Business Analyst

Position: Business Analyst – Funds & middle/back officeLocation: London, United Kingdom (Hybrid)Contract: 6-month rolling (Inside IR35)Day Rate: £500 per dayWe’re seeking an experienced Business Analyst with strong knowledge of fund operations and middle/back office processes within the asset management sector. This role will focus on enhancing operational and data processes across portfolios, funds, and cash management activities. ResponsibilitiesAnalyse and document business processes across funds, funds of funds, and hybrid fund structures (units and market holdings).Collaborate with Middle and Back Office stakeholders to optimise processes involving:Client Order ManagementTransfer AgencyCash Movements / Cash Flow ProcessingPortfolio and Static Data ManagementBenchmark Data / ModelsTranslate business requirements into clear, testable Epics, User Stories, and Gherkin acceptance criteria in an Agile environment.Produce high-quality documentation, including:Business Requirements Documents (BRDs)Process and Workflow DiagramsData Mapping and Technical DocumentationConduct SQL-based data analysis and support UAT on delivered solutions.Experience & Skills RequiredProven experience as a Business Analyst within Asset Management or Investment Operations.Strong understanding of fund operations – particularly client orders, cash flows, and static data.Experience working with Middle Office / Back Office teams and related systems.Skilled in Agile delivery, documentation, and data analysis (SQL).Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.Experience with FIX Messaging, Benchmark Data, or Portfolio Securitisation would be advantageous.If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CVDisclaimerNotwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies.Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement.