Lead Business Analyst

Scott Logic

Scott Logic is an independent software consultancy helping some of the world's most complex organisations solve hard technology problems. We work across financial services, public sector, and beyond - building high-quality, bespoke software, data, and AI solutions with small, expert teams.   We offer a wide range of services, including software development, user experience (UX) design, data engineering, data visualisation, AI, and financial technology consulting. We pledge to develop high-quality software solutions tailored to meet the unique requirements of each client.   This is a hands-on, client-facing role, offering the opportunity to be involved in the full development lifecycle, delivering mission-critical projects for high-profile global organisations. You'll work in small, expert multidisciplinary teams, typically embedded with the client, navigating complex delivery challenges across software engineering, data, and AI programmes.. We like our teams to have high levels of freedom and value collaboration and pragmatism. 

Graphcore

About Graphcore  Graphcore is developing the next generation of AI compute technology. As AI workloads continue to grow in scale and complexity, we are building the hardware and software systems required to power the future of artificial intelligence.  As we enter the next phase of growth, we are looking for an experienced Head of Accounting Operations to lead our global accounting operations function and help ensure our finance organisation scales effectively alongside the business.  About the job Shape how Graphcore operates by turning complex business challenges into practical, scalable solutions. As a Lead Business Analyst, you'll lead discovery and design activities across complex transformation programmes. You'll help business teams improve processes, systems, data flows and operating models. Your work will shape how the organisation operates and supports future growth. The outcomes will help teams work more effectively, make better decisions and deliver lasting improvements. You'll lead discovery, document current-state processes, define requirements and design future ways of working. You'll analyse systems, processes and data to evaluate options, support solution design and help ensure successful delivery. This role offers broad visibility across Graphcore and the opportunity to influence change from early concept through to measurable business outcomes. The team and culture The Data & Transformation team delivers cross-functional change that improves how Graphcore operates and scales. We work closely with business teams across the organisation to understand challenges, identify opportunities and deliver sustainable improvements. Day to day, you'll lead discovery activities, create process maps, document requirements and maintain traceability from business need to delivered outcome. You'll combine workshop facilitation with hands-on analysis of systems, processes and data to identify practical solutions and design improved ways of working. We value people who can build credibility quickly, facilitate productive discussions and challenge assumptions constructively. Success comes from bringing structure to complex problems, balancing stakeholder engagement with rigorous analysis and delivering change that lasts. What we're looking for * Experience leading business analysis activities on complex transformation, process improvement or systems change initiatives * Strong capability in discovery, process mapping, requirements definition and future-state process design * Ability to analyse business processes, systems and data to identify opportunities and evaluate solution options * Ability to build credibility with stakeholders, facilitate discussions that drive decisions and bring structure to ambiguous problems * Strong documentation skills, including business requirements, user stories, process maps and acceptance criteria * Experience supporting testing, implementation and business readiness to help ensure successful adoption and outcomes Benefits * Unlimited annual leave * Up to 5% matched pension * Phantom equity – share in Graphcore’s success * True flexibility in how and where you work * Office spaces designed for collaboration * Free food and an on-site barista * Health cash plan * Income protection * Life assurance * Along with other benefits you can choose from (private medical insurance, dental plan etc) Inclusion statement We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work. We’re an equal opportunity employer and recognise that everyone brings different strengths and perspectives. If you need any adjustments during the interview process, just let us know - we’re happy to support you.

Neurons Lab

OBJECTIVE Identify and validate high-value AI opportunities, rapidly prototype solutions, and ensure implementations deliver measurable business outcomes and tangible ROI. KPI * Revenue/cost impact of implemented AI solutions * Stakeholders' satisfaction with business case clarity and realization AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY * Lead Discovery Process and Validate AI Opportunities * Facilitate stakeholder workshops to identify and prioritize high-impact AI use cases * Develop business cases with clear ROI models and success metrics * Build consensus among stakeholders on solution direction * Map and Redesign Business Processes * Document current workflows and pain points * Design workflows with appropriate boundaries and controls for financial environments and Agentic AI systems * Quantify expected business improvements * Define AI Solution Requirements * Translate business needs into clear technical requirements * Create user stories and acceptance criteria * Establish validation approaches for measuring success * Create Solution Prototypes * Build functional demonstrations using no-code/low-code tools * Gather user feedback to refine concepts * Develop prompt templates for financial use cases * Implement AI Governance and Compliance * Develop testing methodologies for AI systems in regulated environments * Ensure alignment with financial regulations (e.g US SR 11-7, EU AI Act) * Create documentation standards for model risk management * Leverage Financial Services Industry (FSI) Ontologies * Apply industry-standard financial ontologies (e.g. FIBO) to structure and ground data * Design knowledge graph integrations to improve AI accuracy and compliance * Validate ontology completeness and accuracy for financial applications * Ensure Ongoing Business Alignment * Manage stakeholder expectations throughout delivery * Lead business review sessions * Mitigate risks to value realization * Stay Current on AI Capabilities * Actively test and experiment with emerging AI technologies firsthand * Evaluate new tools and platforms for business value * Share relevant insights with stakeholders SKILLS * Stakeholder management and workshop facilitation * Business process analysis, requirements gathering, and documentation * Project scoping, ROI modeling, and business case development * LLM frameworks and prompt engineering for financial applications * Hands-on AI tool experience, including no-code/low-code platforms * Financial ontologies and graph databases (Neo4j, RDF/OWL) * AI governance, testing, and validation in regulated environments TRAITS * Strategic business thinker who can identify valuable AI application opportunities * Detail-oriented process analyst who can map complex workflows * Technically curious with practical, hands-on AI knowledge * Exceptional communicator who can translate between technical and business stakeholders * Creative problem-solver able to rapidly prototype solutions * Client-focused consultant who builds trust and drives business outcomes EXPERIENCE * 3-5+ years experience in business analysis, process improvement, or consulting * Practical implementation experience with LLMs and generative AI * Hands-on experience with one or more no-code/low-code platforms * Hands-on experience with orchestration frameworks (LangChain, AutoGen) or knowledge graphs * Demonstrated success in requirements gathering and stakeholder management * Demonstrated success moving AI projects from proof-of-concept to production in regulated environments * Experience with digital transformation or technology implementation projects * Background in financial services with understanding of regulatory requirement TERMS & CONDITIONS B2B contract, full remote, can be part-time or full-time engagement. Time zone: Europe