140 Business Analyst jobs in Abu Dhabi

Data Analyst

This role is ideal for an organized and highly motivated individual who can contribute to our data analysis team. You will be working with complex data sets, identifying patterns and trends, and developing actionable insights.

The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication abilities, and experience working effectively with cross-functional teams.

You will be responsible for analyzing complex data sets from various sources, applying statistical techniques, and developing databases structures that meet organizational needs.

• Analyzing large datasets using advanced statistical techniques
• Developing database structures and maintaining high-quality data standards
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive business outcomes

This position offers a stimulating work environment where you can grow your career in data analysis while collaborating with a diverse team of professionals.

This role involves working closely with the senior team to provide strategic insights by analyzing data and generating actionable recommendations that align with organizational goals.

• Contribute to operational decision-making by preparing business reports that provide key performance data.
• Collect and consolidate data from various sources, ensuring accurate and timely performance reporting.
• Develop dashboards for stakeholders to visualize important performance metrics and trends.
• Validate and organize information before analysis to ensure data accuracy.
• Support identifying performance trends and potential areas for improvement through data analysis.
• Collaborate with the senior team to ensure reports meet stakeholder needs and align with organizational objectives.

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.

Up to 3 years of relevant working experience is preferred.

This role involves leveraging data to drive business decisions, utilizing analytical tools to analyze complex datasets and develop predictive models.

• Analyzing large datasets from various sources for trends and insights.
• Developing statistical models using R and Python to forecast outcomes.
• Designing interactive visualizations in Tableau to communicate findings effectively.
• Identifying correlations within datasets to inform strategic business choices.
• Crafting detailed reports with actionable recommendations for stakeholders.

• Proven expertise in data analytics software including R or Python.
• Familiarity with SQL programming language.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills with ability to communicate complex ideas clearly.
• Strong analytical mindset with knowledge of machine learning concepts is a plus.

We welcome candidates with experience in data analysis as well as those looking to break into the field. If you have the necessary skills, we look forward to reviewing your application.

Financial Planning and Analysis Specialist

Your Role :

This role involves providing financial insights and analysis to support strategic decision-making . The successful candidate will be responsible for budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and performance reporting .

The Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team is a key member of the finance team that supports business strategy by providing accurate and timely financial information.

• Budgeting & Forecasting

Key Responsibilities:

• Elicit and Analyze Requirements: Conduct comprehensive requirements gathering through interviews, workshops, surveys, and document analysis to capture functional and non-functional needs, business rules, and process flows.
• Process Modelling and Optimization: Analyze current state business processes to identify inefficiencies, design optimized future state processes, and develop clear process maps (e.g., BPMN).
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Interpret complex data sets to uncover insights, identify trends, and develop actionable reports to support strategic decision-making for business relations initiatives.
• Solution Assessment & Validation: Evaluate the feasibility of proposed solutions, facilitate User Acceptance Testing (UAT), define test scenarios, and ensure developed solutions align with business needs.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Serve as a key liaison between business stakeholders, IT teams, and external partners, ensuring clear communication, consensus building, and effective expectation management throughout the project lifecycle.
• Customer/Partner Journey Mapping: Analyze and map the end-to-end journeys of various customer and partner segments to identify pain points and opportunities for improvement.
• Support Regulatory Adherence: Ensure that all defined requirements and proposed solutions adhere to relevant insurance regulations and compliance guidelines.

Requirements

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a Business Analyst, preferably within the Insurance or financial services industry.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Insurance, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience with full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies, with a strong preference for Agile (Scrum, Kanban) environments.
• Proven track record of working closely with diverse business and technical teams.
• Knowledge of key market trends and their impact on the insurance industry.

Key Skills

• Core Business Analysis: Mastery of requirements elicitation, documentation, scope management, process modelling (BPMN), data analysis, and solution validation (UAT support).
• Excellent Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional active listening, verbal, written, and presentation skills to effectively convey complex information to diverse audiences.
• Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to build strong relationships, manage expectations, and resolve conflicts with internal and external stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking: Highly analytical mindset with the ability to break down complex problems, identify root causes, propose practical, solution-oriented, and strategic solutions.

We offer a competitive compensation package, opportunities for professional growth, and a collaborative work environment.

GMEX’s Technology stack is based on: Java, JSF web-based GUIs, Low Latency Bus Architecture, FIX Messaging, Data Feeds, open-source database (PostgreSQL) & Linux (Centos) operating systems.

Delivery is typically Agile and experience should be demonstrable of how to drive projects.

Experience in trading applications or financial services is a bonus.

To gather client requirements and liaise with the development team to ensure these are delivered satisfactorily.

To be able to demonstrate GMEX systems to potential clients.

To manage test cycles and ensure quality is maintained.

• Business Analysis
  • Requirements definition and production of specifications.
  • Design study – workshop facilitation.
  • Managing client expectation.
• Quality Assurance
  • System testing.
  • Production of test scripts.
  • Management and delivery of Go/NoGo documentation.
• Client Management
  • Monitoring of client relationship and interfacing with key business personnel.
  • Check daily the 3rd party trade feeds. All non-transmitted trades to be investigated.
  • Assist with the creation and maintenance of Market Operations processes, and help improve operational efficiency.
• Client Onboarding
  • Liaison with any 3rd parties who are connecting to the GMEX systems
• Training
  • Training of client and internal staff.
• Other Duties
  • Pre-sales demonstrations.
  • Assistance in creating sales proposals.
  • Flexibility of working hours to coincide with market hours and project deadlines.

• Ability to deal with staff at all levels.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

GMEX’s Technology stack is based on: Java, JSF web-based GUIs, Low Latency Bus Architecture, FIX Messaging, Data Feeds, open-source database (PostgreSQL) & Linux (Centos) operating systems.

Delivery is typically Agile and experience should be demonstrable of how to drive projects.

Experience in trading applications or financial services is a bonus.

To gather client requirements and liaise with the development team to ensure these are delivered satisfactorily.

To be able to demonstrate GMEX systems to potential clients.

To manage test cycles and ensure quality is maintained.

• Business Analysis
  • Requirements definition and production of specifications.
  • Design study – workshop facilitation.
  • Managing client expectation.
• Quality Assurance
  • System testing.
  • Production of test scripts.
  • Management and delivery of Go/NoGo documentation.
• Client Management
  • Monitoring of client relationship and interfacing with key business personnel.
  • Check daily the 3rd party trade feeds. All non-transmitted trades to be investigated.
  • Assist with the creation and maintenance of Market Operations processes, and help improve operational efficiency.
• Client Onboarding
  • Liaison with any 3rd parties who are connecting to the GMEX systems
• Training
  • Training of client and internal staff.
• Other Duties
  • Pre-sales demonstrations.
  • Assistance in creating sales proposals.
  • Flexibility of working hours to coincide with market hours and project deadlines.

• Ability to deal with staff at all levels.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

GMEX’s Technology stack is based on: Java, JSF web-based GUIs, Low Latency Bus Architecture, FIX Messaging, Data Feeds, open-source database (PostgreSQL) & Linux (Centos) operating systems.

Delivery is typically Agile and experience should be demonstrable of how to drive projects.

Experience in trading applications or financial services is a bonus.

To gather client requirements and liaise with the development team to ensure these are delivered satisfactorily.

To be able to demonstrate GMEX systems to potential clients.

To manage test cycles and ensure quality is maintained.

• Business Analysis
  • Requirements definition and production of specifications.
  • Design study – workshop facilitation.
  • Managing client expectation.
• Quality Assurance
  • System testing.
  • Production of test scripts.
  • Management and delivery of Go/NoGo documentation.
• Client Management
  • Monitoring of client relationship and interfacing with key business personnel.
  • Check daily the 3rd party trade feeds. All non-transmitted trades to be investigated.
  • Assist with the creation and maintenance of Market Operations processes, and help improve operational efficiency.
• Client Onboarding
  • Liaison with any 3rd parties who are connecting to the GMEX systems
• Training
  • Training of client and internal staff.
• Other Duties
  • Pre-sales demonstrations.
  • Assistance in creating sales proposals.
  • Flexibility of working hours to coincide with market hours and project deadlines.

• Ability to deal with staff at all levels.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Your Growth

Driving lasting impact and building long-term capabilities with our clients is not easy work. You are the kind of person who thrives in a high performance/high reward culture - doing hard things, picking yourself up when you stumble, and having the resilience to try another way forward.

In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we'll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities you need to become a stronger leader faster than you ever thought possible. Your colleagues—at all levels—will invest deeply in your development, just as much as they invest in delivering exceptional results for clients. Every day, you'll receive apprenticeship, coaching, and exposure that will accelerate your growth in ways you won’t find anywhere else.

When you join us, you will have:

• Continuous learning: Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast-paced learning experience, owning your journey.
• A voice that matters: From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You’ll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes.
• Global community: With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm’s diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions for our clients. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• World-class benefits: On top of a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package to enable holistic well-being for you and your family.

As a business analyst, you will join a client service team and take ownership of a workstream to solve some of the toughest challenges our clients face.

And these aren’t just any clients—they're some of the most influential organizations around, from Fortune 500 giants to innovative startups. We will expect you to go the extra mile, delivering solutions that solve immediate problems and drive long-term change. And we’ll rely on your judgment and integrity to ensure our recommendations are effective and long-lasting.

You will take on a role that goes beyond advising. You’ll be at the heart of the action—helping to uncover the true challenges behind a client’s strategy and creating actionable plans that drive real change. Working alongside clients and other McKinsey colleagues, you’ll combine research, analyzing data, interviews, and brainstorming to generate fresh insights and breakthrough solutions. Your commitment to our values will be crucial in earning our clients' trust and delivering results that matter.

As you collaborate directly with clients, you’ll help them solve problems, refine strategies, and implement transformations. By equipping them with the tools and knowledge to continue innovating and improving after we’ve left, you’ll ensure the impact of our work endures. In doing so, you’ll uphold McKinsey’s commitment to making a meaningful difference in the industries and communities we serve.

• Typically, an undergraduate degree with less than 4 years of work experience; Requirements may vary by country or practice.
• Excellent organization capabilities, including the ability to initiate tasks independently and see them through to completion.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, in English and local office language(s), with the ability to adjust your style to suit different perspectives and seniority levels.
• Proficient in rational decision making based on data, facts, and logical reasoning.
• Ability to create work product-focused materials / outputs, which may include PowerPoint decks, Excel models, articles, or other written deliverables.
• Exceptional time management to meet your responsibilities in a complex and largely autonomous work environment.
• Ability to work or attend meetings outside of traditional business hours or take on projects with limited or no notice at times.
• Ability to travel to and work in varying environments that may be challenging and/or not accessible (e.g., factories, hospitals, mines).