Business Analyst
Full-time
Company Description
We believe the power of risk-driven investing can help anyone achieve a better life. And we’re here to make this potential a reality for an emerging global generation.
We provide individuals in the world’s fast-developing economies with guidance, tools, and easy market access so they can trade and invest with confidence. We aim to make our clients their own wealth manager: empowered to create investment strategies and make investment decisions effortlessly, in their own time, on their own terms, in their own way.
Our story goes back to the first days of online Forex trading - a pioneer of the Metatrader platform, Alpari, expanded rapidly in the world’s emerging markets and was joined in 2011 by our sister brand, FXTM. Now, we are adding further brands to our portfolio. Together, both brands have built a leading global presence in online trading serving over two million clients in 150 countries from regulated centres across four continents.
Exinity is an energetic and diverse company with offices across Europe, Asia and Africa, and we’re always looking for talented individuals to join us. ‘Freedom to Succeed’ is not just a promise we make to our clients and partners, but to our people too. We’ll help you develop a range of skills, take on early responsibility, and enjoy a rewarding and fulfilling career with a fast-growing, dynamic company.
Job Description
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Business Analyst to join one of our agile squads: Payment, Loyalty, Trading or Onboarding. The successful candidate will work closely with the product owner and technical lead to refine and document requirements, ensuring the development of high-quality features that meet user needs and business objectives. This role reports to the technical lead of the squad.
Collaborate with product owners and tech leads to gather, analyze, and document business and technical requirements. Facilitate requirement workshops, interviews, and brainstorming sessions with stakeholders to define clear and actionable user stories and acceptance criteria. Conduct gap analysis and feasibility studies to ensure proposed solutions align with business goals and technical capabilities. Maintain and prioritize the product backlog, ensuring transparency and clarity for the development team. Support agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups, ensuring continuous alignment between business needs and technical delivery. Create detailed process flows, user journey maps, and functional specifications to guide development and testing. Assist in the development of business cases and cost-benefit analyses for proposed projects. Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the effectiveness of implemented features and identify areas for improvement. Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders. Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and competitive landscape to ensure the app remains cutting-edge.
Qualifications
Essential:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field. A Master’s degree is a plus. Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Business Analyst, preferably within an agile environment in the trading or financial services industry. Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, or similar software. Experience with agile methodologies and tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) is highly desirable. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely. Strong project management skills with a proven track record of successfully delivering projects in an agile setting. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Ability to multi-task, manage multiple priorities effectively, and proactive in project planning and requirements gathering. Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and quality.
Desirable:
Experience working on a B2C application is a strong plus. Experience working in the trading industry is a plus
Additional Information
Benefits:
Competitive salary Medical insurance Discretionary performance related bonus Paid sick leave days for self and for taking care of your dependents Hybrid working policy A focus on your wellbeing, including talks and access to self-development tools Global Employee Assistance Programme Quarterly cash allowance
Business Analyst
Dubai - United Arab Emirates * Full-time
