Information Technology Business analyst

Head Resourcing are looking for an IT Business analyst for a fintech company based in Edinburgh Park 2 days a week. The role pays between £50 – £60k, offers a 10% bonus and an 11% non-contributory pension. This role is ideal for someone with experience in financial services and pensions who is seeking a new challenge, although those with just financial services will be considered. The successful applicant will join a dedicated and passionate team responsible for the development and support of our web-based services. Additionally, any experience with Unipass is also highly desirable but not essential. Essential Skills and Experience Advanced oral and written communication skills – including expertise in delivering presentations / demonstrations and facilitating / participating in workshops, often involving the various working groups for the services that the Business Analysis functional area supports Provide guidance / support to less experienced business analysts Peer review documentation produced by less experienced business analysts Assist with scoping and feasibility exercises Assist with the preparation of business cases Ability to communicate well and form strong working relationships within and across teams / departments / organisations – e.g. peers, managers and senior managers (both internally within the company and externally within shareholder organisations) Skills in translating complex business requirements (both general and technical) into high quality functional and non-functional requirements that the required solution needs to provide Ability to understand and document non-functional requirements (e.g. having awareness of system, infrastructure, and security considerations but consulting with subject matter experts (SMEs) when necessary) Knowledge of User Experience / User Interface design considerations Experience of documenting user journeys, analysing use cases and defining process models using an industry standard graphical modelling language like Unified Modelling Language What's in it for you? This role offers a fantastic package, combined with excellent training opportunities and huge scope for future development. The salary on offer will be competitive, commensurate with your skills and experience. On top of this there is a generous benefits package, which includes: Annual performance related bonus 11% non-contributory pension Excellent holiday entitlement Critical illness cover Private medical insurance Group life cover (4 x annual salary) A very useful flexible benefits package which allows you to choose your preferred options from a selection including buying additional holidays, bicycle leasing scheme, golf/sports club membership, travel passes, etc