Aladdin Business Analyst - London - Asset Management - Strike IT

We are seeking an experienced Investments Aladdin Business Analyst to support a large-scale integration programme within a leading Asset & Investment Management organisation. This long-term engagement will involve shaping the operating model, reviewing current state processes, defining the target state, and supporting successful implementation across front-to-back functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead operating model review activities, including current state analysis, gap assessment, target state design, and implementation support
• Drive business requirements definition, process mapping/design, and testing
• Support enterprise business process reviews alongside BlackRock (BRS) engagement
• Contribute to end-user training and knowledge uplift across investment teams
• Collaborate closely with Front Office stakeholders, ensuring Aladdin workflows align with investment, risk and control requirements
• Assess enterprise impacts, particularly relating to Risk, Compliance and control environments
• Support integration activities and change management across the programme lifecycle

Required Experience

• Strong background as a Business Analyst within Asset or Investment Management
• Hands-on experience with enterprise BRS Aladdin (Front Office heavily preferred)
• Direct engagement with Portfolio Managers, Trading and Investment teams
• Proven capability in business process analysis, operating model design and functional requirements
• Familiarity with enterprise controls and impacts relating to Risk & Compliance
• Prior experience in platform or business integration programmes highly beneficial

Contract Details

• Initial Term: 12 months (with potential extension)
• Location: London (hybrid – 2 to 3 days onsite per week)