Business Analyst – FinOps

Overview

We are seeking an experienced SC-cleared FinOps Business Analyst to support a national data optimisation project. This is a financial data consumption and cost efficiency role — not technical data engineering. The focus is on understanding how departments use data, identifying waste, and recommending improved models and contracts.

Location, Contract and Availability

• Location: Hybrid / London
• Contract: Outside IR35
• Clearance: SC (live)
• Start: Immediate
• Duration: 5 weeks initially

Key Responsibilities

• Review data service contracts and SLAs for efficiency, effectiveness, and value for money (VFM).
• Engage with departments and service providers to understand usage, behaviours, and pain points.
• Analyse consumption patterns to identify waste and opportunities for optimisation.
• Co-design improved operating models, focusing on fair usage, continuous improvement, and sector-wide efficiency.
• Deliver a clear set of business change options, a recommended data service model, and a roadmap for transition.

Requirements

• Proven experience in FinOps, cloud/SaaS cost optimisation, or financial data services.
• Strong business analysis skills; able to understand non-technical data requirements.
• Experienced in stakeholder engagement across business and service teams.
• Strong commercial awareness; capable of reviewing contracts and SLAs.
• SC clearance (live) – must be immediately available.

Seniority

• Associate

Employment Type

• Contract

Job Function

• Analyst

Industries

• Government Relations Services and Financial Services

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