Job Title: Trade and Transaction Reporting Business AnalystLocation: City of London, Hybrid Working AvailableContract Type: FTCSalary: £608.00 PD (Umbrella)About the RoleA leading global financial institution is seeking a highly skilled Trade and Transaction Reporting (TTR) Business Analyst to join its Regulatory Reporting team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the firm stays ahead of ever-evolving regulatory expectations across EMEA, with a strong focus on SFTR, EMIR, and other trade and transaction reporting regimes.As a key member of a collaborative and high-performing team, you will analyse regulatory updates, manage reporting controls using DUCO, and contribute to strategic change initiatives that enhance accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.Key ResponsibilitiesMonitor and interpret regulatory communications across the EMEA region to ensure continued compliance with trade and transaction reporting rules, including SFTR.Collaborate with SMEs to scope fixes and translate regulatory requirements into robust, technically sound business solutions.Build and analyse reconciliations using DUCO, identifying control gaps and developing customised reconciliation processes where needed.Review quality assurance reports (e.g., Kaizen), quantify regulatory breaches or gaps, and support remediation efforts.Maintain detailed documentation including business cases, traceability matrices, and impact assessments to support change delivery.Act as a bridge between Compliance, Operations, Technology, and external vendors, ensuring alignment and transparency in change initiatives.Support ongoing BAU activities, including exception handling, client queries, and regulatory submission reviews.Deliver clear and insightful MI to governance forums and senior stakeholders, ensuring visibility of issues, risks, and mitigation plans.What We’re Looking ForStrong expertise in EMEA trade and transaction reporting frameworks, particularly SFTR and EMIR.Proven experience building and managing reconciliations using DUCO (or similar reconciliation platforms).Confidence in presenting complex issues to senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.Ability to independently assess regulatory quality assurance reports and propose practical solutions.Analytical mindset, with a structured and proactive approach to risk reduction and process optimisation.Exceptional communication skills and the ability to work in fast-paced, regulatory-driven environments.Why Join Us?You’ll be part of a dynamic team in a global institution where regulatory change is at the forefront of the business agenda. This is a fantastic opportunity to deepen your expertise, influence strategic improvements, and grow your career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.