Overview
Technical Business Analyst (Contract) – Duration: 6 Months (Possibility for extension). Location: London/Hybrid (2 - 3 days on site). Rate: A highly competitive Umbrella Day Rate is available for suitable candidates.
Role Profile
We are seeking a skilled Technical Functional Analyst to support the design and delivery of our Strong Customer Authentication (SCA) software solution/platform. This pivotal role will see you enhancing software while serving as the essential liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams. Your mission will be to ensure that functional requirements are not only clearly defined but also technically feasible and aligned with our long-term product development goals.
Key Responsibilities
* Analyse complex business problems and identify opportunities for improvement.
* Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and document business requirements for new software development.
* Partner with architects and developers to design scalable and maintainable solutions that meet business needs.
* Configure systems and create prototypes to validate requirements and aid in development.
* Produce and maintain crucial artefacts such as functional specifications, data flow diagrams, interface definitions, and user stories.
* Work closely with vendors and internal developers during build phases to clarify requirements and ensure design alignment.
* Define test criteria, support system integration testing (SIT), and assist with user acceptance testing (UAT) for capitalizable features.
* Assess the impact of proposed changes on existing systems and processes, focusing on capitalizable development work.
* Engage with internal customers (GTBD & CPD) to gather information necessary for new solution designs.
* Recommend ways to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance quality.
* Collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams, including product owners and stakeholders.
* Conduct industry and competitor research to support informed product decisions.
* Provide regular updates on project progress, milestones, and dependencies.
Knowledge & Experience Required
* Proven experience in business analysis within a financial institution, particularly in SCA and fraud domain regulatory change programs.
* Strong understanding of SCA principles and implementation under PSD2, with awareness of upcoming PSD3 regulatory impacts.
* Hands-on experience with IT application projects related to SCA, fraud detection, payment systems, or regulatory compliance.
* Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and operational readiness for initiatives like SEPA Instant Payments (SEPA IP), VOP, and EBA/ECB guidelines.
* Exposure to SCA & fraud analytics, including device anomaly detection and risk profiling.
* Proven ability to translate regulatory and fraud risk requirements into clear business and technical specifications.
* Proficiency in BA tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and SNOW.
Candidates will need to show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered.
How to Apply
If you have the required skills and experience, apply now to declare your interest in this opportunity with our client. Our dedicated team will review applications.
We will respond to all successful applicants ASAP; however, we may contact you for further applications or opportunities relevant to your skillset.
Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We are committed to inclusivity and equality in the workplace. We respect and value people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, and gender identities.
As part of our standard hiring process to manage risk, background screening checks will be conducted on all hires before commencing employment.
Job Info
Job Title: Technical Business Analyst
Company: Fresh Jobs
Location: London/Hybrid
Posted: Sep 8, 2025
Closes: Oct 9, 2025
Sector: Contract
Hours: Full Time
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