Business Analysis Lead - M&G plc.

At M&G, our purpose is to give everyone real confidence to put their money to work. As an international savings and investments business with roots stretching back over 170 years, we offer a range of financial products and services across Asset Management, Life, and Wealth segments. These segments work together to deliver attractive financial outcomes for our clients and superior shareholder returns. Through our core behaviours of telling it like it is, owning it now, and moving it forward together with care and integrity, we aim to create an exceptional workplace for talented individuals. We consider flexible working arrangements for any of our roles and provide workplace accommodations to support effective delivery.

The Investment and Operations Change and Technology team provides strategic change and technology solutions to support investment performance, enhance client outcomes, and improve operational efficiency. The scope ranges from incremental business-as-usual changes to large-scale transformation initiatives. The Portfolio Lead Business Analyst will play a pivotal role in driving the success of the Investment and Operations team by leading analysis and management of a diverse project portfolio. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders to achieve business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership: Lead a team of 5-10 business analysts, developing talent and improving performance to ensure high team performance.
• Programme Partnership: Partner with programme leads to ensure quality and consistency of analysis, proactively developing workforce capabilities aligned with the strategic change roadmap.
• Player/Manager Role: Conduct business analysis activities, including business capability assessments, target operating model design, and feasibility assessments to support business cases, solutions, and recommendations.
• Community of Practice: Collaborate with other Portfolio Lead Business Analysts to drive consistency, share best practices, and enhance business outcomes and employee engagement.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders across Investment and Operations, gathering feedback and influencing outcomes.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Proven ability to define target operating models and conduct business capability and feasibility assessments.
• Experience managing and coaching business analysts.
• Ability to engage stakeholders at all levels, including C-suite and executives.
• Strong facilitation skills and ability to present complex data clearly.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Passion for fostering an inclusive, diverse work environment.
• Deep understanding of business analysis tools, techniques, and standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with lateral thinking ability.
• Ability to identify and support benefits realization.
• Alignment of business solutions with corporate strategy.
• Support for system training and change management strategies.
• Knowledge of asset classes (public and private) and middle/back-office operations.

Experience:

• Management and development of teams.
• Extensive Business Analysis experience within financial services, preferably asset management.
• Proactive, delivery-focused with excellent communication skills.
• Experience in transformation and project delivery.

We value diversity and inclusion at M&G plc. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities or long-term health conditions, and are a Disability Confident Leader. For assistance or alternative application methods, contact us at: careers@mandg.com. M&G plc manages assets for millions of clients worldwide and offers a range of financial services. Join us to boost your career.