VP Data Lead Business Analyst - Banking Location: LondonSalary: Up to £100,000 + bonus A leading Bank is seeking a VP Data Lead Business Analyst to join a brand-new function within their central data organisation. This is a strategic role positioned at the heart of the bank''s data ecosystem, supporting global trading functions and driving the evolution of a key enterprise-wide data platform. About the Role: You will sit within the central data team responsible for the bank-wide data store used for all trade capture across the Investment Bank. With 70 projects running annually, this is a high-impact, fast-moving environment where you will work across multiple asset classes and be involved in both short-term and long-term transformation initiatives. Supporting the migration and onboarding of internal consumers onto the central data store.Conducting analysis on data needs, flows, and integration requirements.Partnering with global business and technology teams as the function scales. Longer-term, the team is also beginning to explore AI/ML capabilities, giving excellent exposure to emerging initiatives. What they''re Looking for: Experience working within Investment Banking, ideally covering Equity Derivatives, FX, Securities, or Rates.Strong understanding of trade lifecycle, derivatives concepts, and market data.Ability to work in a central data or cross-asset environment, managing multiple stakeholders.A proactive, analytical mindset suited to a high-volume project pipeline