VP Trade Data Lead Business Analyst

VP Data Lead Business Analyst - Banking

Location: London
Salary: Up to £100,000 + bonus

A leading Bank is seeking a VP Data Lead Business Analyst to join a brand‑new function within their central data organisation. This is a strategic role positioned at the heart of the bank's data ecosystem, supporting global trading functions and driving the evolution of a key enterprise‑wide data platform.

About the Role:

You will sit within the central data team responsible for the bank‑wide data store used for all trade capture across the Investment Bank. With 70 projects running annually, this is a high‑impact, fast‑moving environment where you will work across multiple asset classes and be involved in both short‑term and long‑term transformation initiatives.

* Supporting the migration and onboarding of internal consumers onto the central data store.
* Conducting analysis on data needs, flows, and integration requirements.
* Partnering with global business and technology teams as the function scales.

Longer‑term, the team is also beginning to explore AI/ML capabilities, giving excellent exposure to emerging initiatives.

What they're Looking for:

* Experience working within Investment Banking, ideally covering Equity Derivatives, FX, Securities, or Rates.
* Strong understanding of trade lifecycle, derivatives concepts, and market data.
* Ability to work in a central data or cross‑asset environment, managing multiple stakeholders.
* A proactive, analytical mindset suited to a high‑volume project pipeline.

Why Apply:

* Join a brand‑new hire in a strategically important function.
* Step up into a VP‑level role with senior leadership visibility.
* Influence the data strategy for an Investment Bank undergoing major modernisation.
* Work across all trading areas while shaping how consumers interact with the firm's core data platform.