Business Analyst, London London, England
Job description
At Mako, we believe in the power of collaboration to drive innovation in pursuit of our collective ambition; excellence in trading. Our diverse community is connected through a commitment to being the best we can be with the highest standards of integrity.
Join the Corporate Development team which is responsible for the delivery of new initiatives from inception to completion and the optimisation and institutionalisation of existing processes in Mako. Through deep understanding of the business, from trading & technology strategy to operations and compliance, Corporate Development coordinates the development and delivery of Mako's strategic projects.
The Business Analyst - which is a newly created role, will work closely with internal stakeholders to optimise the core business and assist in researching and delivering new initiatives for Mako. We are looking for an intelligent and enthusiastic team player who will be responsible for helping the business leverage data and identify opportunities for growth, as well as recognise potential issues and work with the technical experts to find solutions.
What you'll be involved in:
- Building relationships with internal stakeholders to research and improve processes;
- Developing an understanding of internal processes across the core business and be able to liaise with external parties to coordinate new services;
- Working across both the core trading business and new initiatives to assist in a variety of operational requests and project delivery;
- Coordinating and helping with the management of initiatives to completion;
- Preparing and presenting analyses and results to non-expert team members, the management team and technical experts throughout different projects and processes;
- Document and design processes to socialise across the business.
What we need from you:
- A consultative and inclusive approach to problem solving;
- An ability to think proactively and work collaboratively across teams and global offices, as well as autonomously;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Creative presentation skills;
- Experience of project management is a plus however organisational skills are key;
- An ability to embrace complexity and grasp new concepts;
- An inquisitive nature;
- 1+ years of professional experience;
- Prior experience in the Finance industry advantageous but not a prerequisite;
- Minimum 2.1 in any degree subject.
We are Mako
At Mako, we are welcoming, inclusive and collaborative. We work fast and smart in a supportive and dress-down environment that allows colleagues to be themselves and achieve great things. We uphold the principles of a flat structure that offers unrivalled engagement with senior leadership and career development opportunities. We have a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Flexible leave and flexible working policies
- Private health and dental insurance
- A generous pension scheme
- Free access to the Mako gym
- Employee wellbeing guidance and support
- Opportunity to become involved in the rewarding work of the Mako Foundation
About Mako
Mako is a leading options market maker with a global trading footprint. It has been at the forefront of options market making for 20 years, from the open outcry trading pits to screen trading and automated algorithmic execution strategies that are driving the future of the industry.
From offices in London, Amsterdam, Singapore and Sydney, Mako offers the best in class liquidity solutions across Equities, Fixed Income, Commodities and FX derivatives markets and prides itself in its entrepreneurial, collaborative and philanthropic culture.
For further information on the Mako Group please refer to our website: www.mako.com.
