Business Analyst - Finance - Graduate

Area of Interest: Business Analysis and Consulting Business Area: Group Infrastructure Short Description: Use insight and analysis to solve problems and support better business outcomes About the business area Finance teams provide the bank with internal and external financial reporting, forecasting, controls oversight, and stress testing expertise. Specialist areas also manage HSBC’s worldwide tax affairs, group treasury needs, and events for investors and analysts. Who you are You’re curious, analytical, and love uncovering the story behind the numbers. You thrive on solving problems, spotting patterns, and turning data into ideas that make a real impact. You don’t need to know every financial concept from day one – bring your curiosity, drive, and problem-solving mindset, and we’ll help you build the rest. You could be a great fit if you’re: • Curious by nature: You’re always keen to learn something new to improve how you think and work. • An analytical thinker: You enjoy breaking down problems and finding smart, logical solutions. • A people person: You build trust and strong relationships that get things done. • An effective communicator: You can explain complex ideas clearly, adapting to different audiences. • Self-aware: You reflect on your work and decisions to keep improving. What you’ll do Here’s a taste of what you’ll work on: • Get into the detail: Analyse complex financial data to inform business-critical decisions and drive performance. • Improving efficiency: Identify opportunities to automate reporting using cutting-edge digital and AI tools. • Making recommendations: Turn data and trends into actionable insights for senior decision-makers. • Collaborating: Partner with teams across HSBC on finance/balance sheet management, regulatory reporting, tax, and transformation activity. • Shaping strategy: Apply your growing finance knowledge to guide HSBC’s future. What you’ll learn This is a structured two-year programme designed to accelerate y