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Business Analyst

London, United Kingdom

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Date live: 28/04/2026

Business Area: Markets Pre Trade

Area of Expertise: Change

Contract: Permanent

Reference Code: JR-0000095884

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Barclays Change

Change leads and oversees transformational change initiatives at Barclays. Your role will involve managing projects and programs that drive strategic improvements and ensure successful implementation of change across the organization.

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We are looking for seeking a Business Analyst to join our Cross Markets team. In this role you willhelp build various financial metrics for Markets that will be used for ongoing management and optimisations.

To be successful as aBusiness Analyst, you should:

  • Prior experience in financial services, knowledge of various financial products,Understanding of cash equities, bonds, repos, and stock lending,
  • Financial Productknowledge: Equity, Fixed Income and Derivatives Instruments
  • Analytical Skills:Use of regression, clustering, and time-series analysis toidentifyfunding trends, client behaviours, or optimisation.
  • Proficient in Excel and power queries
  • Basic knowledge of SQL

Some other highly valued skills may include:

  • Business Analysis
  • Stakeholder Management

You may be assessed on key skills that support success in this role, such as risk and governance methodologies, strategic thinking, and best practices for standard technology control processes, alongside role-specific technical skills. 

This role is based out of ourLondonoffice.

Purpose of the role

To support the organisation, achieve its strategicobjectivesby the identification of business requirements and solutions that address business problems and opportunities. 

Accountabilities

  • Identification and analysis of business problems and client requirements that require change within the organisation.

  • Development of business requirements that will address business problems and opportunities.

  • Collaboration with stakeholders to ensure that proposed solutions meet their needs and expectations.

  • Support the creation of business cases that justify investment in proposed solutions.

  • Conduct feasibility studies todeterminethe viability of proposed solutions.

  • Support the creation of reports on project progress to ensure proposed solutions are delivered on time and within budget.

  • Creation of operational design and process design to ensure that proposed solutions are delivered within the agreed scope.

  • Support to change management activities, including development of a traceability matrix to ensure proposed solutions are successfully implemented and embedded in the organisation.

Analyst Expectations

  • To perform prescribed activitiesin a timely mannerand to a high standard consistently driving continuous improvement.

  • Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise

  • Thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise

  • They lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development,allocatingworkrequirementsand coordinating team resources.

  • If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected todemonstratea clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The fourLEAD behaviours are: L – Listen and be authentic, E – Energise and inspire, A – Align across the enterprise, D – Develop others.

  • OR for an individual contributor, they develop technicalexpertisein work area, acting as an advisor whereappropriate.

  • Will have an impact on the work of related teams within the area.

  • Partner with other functions and business areas.

  • Takes responsibility for end results of a team’s operational processing and activities.

  • Escalate breaches of policies / procedure appropriately.

  • Take responsibility for embedding new policies/ procedures adopted due to risk mitigation.

  • Advise and influence decision making within own area of expertise.

  • Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to. Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules,regulationand codes of conduct.

  • Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of theorganisationsproducts,servicesand processes within the function.

  • Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of theobjectivesof the organisation sub-function.

  • Make evaluative judgements based on the analysis offactual information, paying attention to detail.

  • Resolve problems byidentifyingand selecting solutions through the application ofacquiredtechnical experience and will be guided by precedents.

  • Guide and persuade team members and communicate complex / sensitive information.

  • Act as contact point for stakeholders outside of the immediate function, while building a network of contacts outside team and external to the organisation.

All colleagues will be expected todemonstratethe Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship – our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected todemonstratethe Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge and Drive – the operating manual for how we behave.

Barclays welcomes applications from all candidates and is committed to ensuring reasonable adjustments (accommodations) are put in place to allow for a fair and inclusive recruitment process. For more information and how to request one, please review Adjustments to the recruitment process.

We’re a global, vital and highly respected financial organisation with an inspiring Purpose. Operating in 39 countries and employing around 100,000 people across the world, we help communities, individuals and businesses thrive. And we’ve created financial solutions and technology that the world now takes for granted. A career with us can offer incredible variety, depth and breadth of experience, and the chance to learn from some of the best minds in technology and finance.

To find out more about Barclays' strategy please click here.

We are an equal opportunity employer and opposed to discrimination on any grounds. It is the policy of Barclays to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, colour, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law.

Barclays is required by law to confirm that you have the Legal Right to Work in any role that you apply for. If you currently hold a work visa sponsored by Barclays, or you would require sponsorship from Barclays, you must declare this as part of your application. Sponsored visas are role and entity specific and any changes must be reviewed. It is important that you ensure you are working on the correct visa at all times. Failure to accurately disclose your visa status or Legal Right to Work may result in your application or any employment offer being withdrawn at any time.

This is Barclays London

Our global HQ is in Canary Wharf, at the heart of London’s financial district. There are over 10,000 colleagues here – a hugely diverse workforce made up of the world’s best financial and tech talent. If you love the buzz of city life, this is the place to be.

Cycle or run to work? We’ve got everything you need – from cycle hire and parking areas to new showering and changing facilities.

CoSpace is our drop-in co-working space, where networks are built, problems are solved collectively and our community is strengthened.

Our Wellness Suite includes a well-equipped gym and exercise studios, and provides personal training sessions and massage therapy.

Our new trading floors enhance communication, integrate sustainability, and support health and wellbeing through innovative design and British-sourced furniture.

This is Barclays London

Our global HQ is in Canary Wharf, at the heart of London’s financial district. There are over 10,000 colleagues here – a hugely diverse workforce made up of the world’s best financial and tech talent. If you love the buzz of city life, this is the place to be.

Supporting active commuters

Cycle or run to work? We’ve got everything you need – from cycle hire and parking areas to new showering and changing facilities.

Time to connect

CoSpace is our drop-in co-working space, where networks are built, problems are solved collectively and our community is strengthened.

Wellbeing in focus

Our Wellness Suite includes a well-equipped gym and exercise studios, and provides personal training sessions and massage therapy.

Advanced trading floors

Our new trading floors enhance communication, integrate sustainability, and support health and wellbeing through innovative design and British-sourced furniture.

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We celebrate the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings, believing our differences make us stronger and drive success.

You can learn more about our commitment to our colleague on our Inclusion and Opportunities page.

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Application Process

Your application

We’ll ask for information about you, your CV and cover letter.

1

Your assessment

Covering your behaviours and ability at work.

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Your interview

Exploring your past experiences and skills.

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Next step

We’ll request additional information so that you can complete our screening process

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Working flexibly

We’re committed to providing a supportive and inclusive culture and environment for you to work in. This environment recognises and supports your personal needs, alongside the professional needs of our business. If you'd like to explore flexible working arrangements, please discuss this with the hiring manager. Your request will be reviewed in-line with the requirements of the role/business needs of the team.

Hybrid working

We have a structured approach to hybrid working, where colleagues work at an onsite location on fixed, ‘anchor’, days, as set by the business area. Please discuss the working pattern requirements for the role you are applying for with the hiring manager. Please note that working arrangements may be subject to change on reasonable notice to ensure we meet the needs of our business.

Barclays is built on an international scale.

Our geographic reach, our wide variety of functions, businesses, roles and locations reflect the rich diversity of our worldwide customer base. All of which means we offer incredible variety, depth and breadth of experience.
And the chance to learn from a globally diverse mix of colleagues, including some of the very best minds in banking, finance, technology and business. Throughout, we’ll encourage you to embrace mobility, exploring every part of our operations as you build your career.

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