Business Analyst (Payments)

FP Markets Group of Companies is a well-established multi-regulated broker, found in Australia, offering traders access to CFD trading on Forex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks and Cryptocurrencies. We are growing and looking to recruit a Full-time Business Analyst in Cyprus office – a certified Great Place to Work®.

As a Business Analyst you will contribute to delivering innovative financial solutions and exceptional client experiences. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with Product Owners and the Software Development team to design and enhance our product offerings. This role is critical in bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Reporting to: Head of Operations

Responsibilities:
Collaborate with stakeholders, including product managers and software developers, to gather and analyse business requirements and translate them into clear technical specifications
Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities for product enhancements and new features
Create detailed user stories, use cases, and process workflows to drive product development
Engage in product design activities, providing input on user experience and feature functionality to ensure alignment with business goals
Facilitate requirements gathering sessions and workshops, effectively communicating insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Support the software development lifecycle by participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and product reviews
Identify and mitigate risks associated with product development, ensuring timely delivery and quality assurance
Analyse data and performance metrics post-launch to measure the success of product enhancements and inform future development

Candidate Profile:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Information Technology, or a related field
Proven experience as a Business Analyst, preferably in the financial services or brokerage industry
Strong understanding of software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum)
Demonstrated ability to gather requirements and deliver innovative solutions in a technical environment
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams
Knowledge of payment providers and fintech products is highly desirable

Our offer:
A certified Great Place to Work® reflecting our commitment to a positive culture, employee well-being, and support
Welcoming, young and multicultural team with approachable leadership
Ability to contribute to dynamic business at a growth phase
High level of autonomy, support of ideas and putting your expertise into the best practices for the company
Continuous personal development, training budget, growth with the company and opportunity to learn from industry leaders
Competitive remuneration, regular salary reviews and performance-based incentive schemes
Vibrant company life: from team activities to global celebrations
New beautiful office in an easily accessible location with company-provided fruits, breakfasts and lunches
Free access to multiple sports and wellness facilities across the country
Free company-provided parking
Medical insurance and pension fund after probation period
A gift and a day off on your Birthday
Visa and work permit support if required

Journey to FP Markets:
Interview with People Function member (30 – 45 min) to assess match to our culture
Interview with your future manager (45 min – 1 hour) to assess match to the job and the team and discuss role expectations
An assessment to evaluate your technical skills (if required)
Final interview with team members (if required)