Markets BA/PM

Seeking a hybrid Business Analyst / Project Manager to support the Markets Operations Team. This team is responsible for driving strategic change and implementing Target Operating Models.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing global projects, leading business analysis efforts, and supporting transformation initiatives within a high-performing, cross-functional environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership & Delivery:
  Lead end-to-end delivery of global and regional projects, from scoping and planning to execution and completion.

• Planning & Documentation:
  Create and maintain detailed project documentation including business requirements, project charters, timelines, and risk/issue logs.

• Monitoring & Reporting:
  Track project progress and risks, escalating issues when necessary and communicating status updates to stakeholders, including senior leadership.

• Process Optimization:
  Analyse current processes and lead the development and implementation of improved operational workflows.

• Risk & Compliance:
  Ensure all projects adhere to internal control frameworks and meet applicable regulatory requirements.

• Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:
  Coordinate with cross-functional teams including Business, Technology, Compliance, and Operations to ensure aligned delivery.

• Strategic Support:
  Contribute to change management efforts and support additional transformation initiatives as required.

Key Skills & Experience

• Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex ideas clearly and concisely.

• Proven experience in data analysis, with the ability to derive insights and support decision-making (experience with data visualization tools is a plus).

• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.

• Skilled in requirements gathering and translating business needs into actionable deliverables.

• Sound knowledge of project management principles, with experience delivering initiatives on time and within scope.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple stakeholders and build effective relationships.

• Understanding of operational processes within financial services, ideally within markets or clearing functions.

• Technical proficiency in tools such as JIRA, Confluence, MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint), SQL, and BI platforms.

Qualifications & Background

• 3-5 years of experience in Operations, ideally within a banking or financial services environment.

• Experience in both Project Management and Business Analysis roles.

• Familiarity with Equities and/or Derivatives operations is preferred.

• Exposure to Regulatory Reporting is advantageous.

• Working knowledge of both Agile and Waterfall project methodologies.

McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.