Job Description

Morgan McKinley is recruting for a hybrid Project Manager / Business Analyst (PM/BA) position for a leading bank based in Belfast. The role is focused on improving and overseeing risk controls, governance, and process integrity related to a bank’s balance sheet operations, especially within Markets Operations (i.e., the back-office side of trading and investment banking).

Contract: Initial 6 months (potential for extension)

Day Rate: £600/umbrella, 6 month contract

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive project management and business analysis activities across Balance Sheet Risk & Control initiatives.
• Develop and manage project plans, track deliverables, and ensure project documentation is complete and audit-ready.
• Partner with Finance, Operations, and Tech teams to build and embed robust control frameworks aligned with Balance Sheet Policy.
• Lead remediation and root cause analysis of aged exceptions, ensuring clear metrics and reporting.
• Own the tracking and analysis of key KPIs/KRIs related to balance sheet governance.
• Coordinate governance forums, working groups, and manage end-to-end meeting logistics including materials and minutes.
• Provide oversight and packaging of reporting material for senior management.
• Identify and escalate project risks and issues, while managing resolutions proactively.

Key Skills & Experience:

• 6–10 years of relevant experience in Finance, Accounting, or Control/Risk roles within the Investment Banking or Financial Services industry.
• Proven track record as a Project Manager or Business Analyst in high-impact control and governance environments.
• Strong understanding of Books & Records, Balance Sheet substantiation, and financial controls.
• Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, and process mapping (e.g., Visio) skills.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Highly organised self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, regulated environments.