Business Analyst Equities

Job Description

The TP ICAP Group is a world leading provider of market infrastructure. Our purpose is to provide clients with access to global financial and commodities markets, improving price discovery, liquidity, and distribution of data, through responsible and innovative solutions. Through our people and technology, we connect clients to superior liquidity and data solutions. The Group is home to a stable of premium brands. Collectively, TP ICAP is the largest interdealer broker in the world by revenue, the number one Energy & Commodities broker in the world, the worlds leading provider of OTC data, and an award winning all-to-alltrading platform. The Group operates from more than 60 offices in 27 countries. We are 5,300 people strong. We work as one to achieve our vision of being the worlds most trusted, innovative, liquidity and data solutions specialist. Role OverviewThe role sits within the Equities delivery team that is part of the TP ICAP Technology division. The role encompasses the elicitation, communication and implementation of requirement for changes. You will be working on the Fusion Equities platform, implementingchanges on it and across the wide array of enterprise technologies employed to run the business as a whole. It is expected that the chosen candidate will be driven by change, an excellent communicator, a self-starter and can deliver into complex environments, keeping all IT and Business stakeholders apprised of progress, risks and issues where appropriate. Role Responsibilities

• Lead in the analysis of stakeholder objectives and produce clear documentation of requirements for Technology projects
• Agree documented user requirements with business and IT stakeholders
• Coordinate, hold and lead requirements gathering and process definition workshops with the business. Monitor, track issues, risks and dependencies on analysis and requirements work
• Contribute to the definition of business architecture and business solution design
• Work closely with Solution Architects and Development teams to define Technology solutions
• Ensure Project Manager is kept apprised of the status of the assigned projects and activities
• Ensure that appropriate levels of service are provided to meet current and future business needs
• Manage ad-hoc tasks as required

Experience / CompetencesEssential

• Strong problem solving, documentation and ability to work to tight deadlines
• Ability to work on multiple projects whilst managing multiple deadlines and differing priorities
• Ability to self-start, identify tasks required independently to fulfil project deliverables and work as a team member
• Writing skills - ability to produce documents in a clear, accurate and compelling manner
• Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management at all levels; strong presentation skills
• Ability to provide detailed and meaningful interpretation of information in a concise manner
• Ability to use own initiative, with strong personal organisation skills to work to tight deadlines
• Ability to develop new skills and understand recent technology as required
• Service oriented and adaptable and resilient
• Results oriented and personal accountability
• Excellent attention to detail, highly organised with a proactive approach
• Strong analytical ability and problem-solving skills
• Experience in requirement gathering and/or implementation
• Comfortable with both waterfall and agile delivery methods
• Understanding of user stories vs requirements vs acceptance criteria

Desired

• Experience in financial markets/trading data domain highly desirable
• Skilled in Microsoft applications software, inclusive of MS Visio and / or BPMN 2.0
• Familiar with Issue & Project tracking software e.g. Jira

Not The Perfect FitConcerned that you may not meet the criteria precisely At TP ICAP, we wholeheartedly believe in fostering inclusivity and cultivating a work environment where everyone can flourish, regardless of your personal or professional background. If you are enthusiasticabout this role but find that your experience doesnt align perfectly with every aspect of the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply. You may be the ideal candidate for this position or another opportunity within our organisation. Our dedicatedTalent Acquisition team is here to assist you in recognising how your unique skills and abilities can be a valuable contribution. Dont hesitate to take the leap and explore the possibilities. Your potential is what truly matters to us. Company StatementWe know that the best innovation happens when diverse people with different perspectives and skills work together in an inclusive atmosphere. Thats why were building a culture where everyone plays a part in making people feel welcome, ready and willing tocontribute. TP ICAP Accord - our Employee Network - is a central to this. As well as representing specific groups, TP ICAP Accord helps increase awareness, collaboration, shares best practice, and holds our firm to account for driving continuous cultural improvement. LocationUK - 135 Bishopsgate - London