Information Technology Business Analyst, Regulatory Reporting

First Derivative, an EPAM company, is a global leader in consulting, business services and technology. First Derivative is a provider of high-performance time series database software to a variety of industries as well as regulatory and IT consulting services to the capital markets industry. The combined proposition gives FD a differentiated offering within capital markets, an industry increasingly challenged by regulation and data management. We are the home for diverse thinkers and innovators. We know that our people are vital to our success and we are proud of the diverse and vibrant team we have built across the globe. With around 2000 employees globally, we are committed to hiring top talent, creating an environment where they can thrive, and recognizing and rewarding their dedication as they progress within the company.

We have an excellent opportunity for an IT Business Analyst in our Regulatory Reporting team in Northern Ireland. This person is responsible for bridging the gap between business stakeholders and technology teams within the capital markets domain. This role involves gathering and analyzing business requirements, designing solutions, and ensuring that IT systems align with the operational and strategic needs of trading, investment, and financial operations. The role requires a strong understanding of capital markets, trading platforms, and associated regulatory environments to support the delivery of high-quality technology solutions.

This position is contract.

Key Responsibilities:

- Collaborate with business stakeholders (e.g., traders, portfolio managers, compliance officers) to understand business needs and objectives in areas such as trading, risk management, and settlements.

- Elicit, document, and analyze detailed business and functional requirements for capital markets systems, ensuring alignment with industry standards and regulations.

- Work closely with IT teams (developers, architects, testers) to design and deliver technology solutions that meet business needs, ensuring that solutions are scalable, maintainable, and performant.

- Develop business and technical specifications, use cases, and process flow diagrams to support development and implementation efforts.

- Serve as a liaison between business teams, IT teams, and third-party vendors to ensure effective communication, project alignment, and timely issue resolution.

- Create and deliver clear and concise project status updates, requirements documentation, and user training materials to various stakeholders.

- Perform data analysis to support business decision-making, utilizing data sources from trading platforms, risk systems, and market data providers.

- Develop and maintain customized reports and dashboards that support critical business processes within the capital markets function.

- Stay current with regulatory requirements (e.g., MiFID II, Dodd-Frank, Basel III) that impact capital markets and ensure systems meet compliance standards.

- Work with compliance and risk management teams to integrate necessary controls, reporting, and data privacy features into IT solutions.