IT Business Analyst (Contractor)- Securities / Post-Trade / CSDContract: Long-term Contract Sector: Financial Services / Financial Market Infrastructure Location: London / Hybrid Specialism: Securities, Post-Trade, Settlement and CSDThe OpportunityWe are looking for an experienced IT Business Analyst to join a major financial services organisation working within a highly regulated and business-critical securities environment.You will join a collaborative, Agile delivery team responsible for technology solutions supporting securities, settlement and post-trade services.This is a hands-on Business Analysis position requiring someone who can operate effectively between Business and Technology. You will work with stakeholders to understand complex requirements, identify appropriate solutions and support change throughout the full delivery lifecycle - from initial analysis and requirements through to testing, UAT and implementation.The successful candidate will ideally bring strong knowledge of Central Securities Depositories (CSDs), securities settlement, post-trade processes and financial market infrastructure, alongside experience with securities messaging standards such as ISO 15022 and ISO 20022.Key ResponsibilitiesAct as a key interface between business stakeholders, technology teams and other delivery functions.Understand the business drivers behind operational, functional, tactical and strategic change initiatives and translate these into clear technology and business ..... full job details .....