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Location: 80 Fenchurch Street, London
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:30pm
Working Pattern: Hybrid (50/50)
Reports to: Data Strategy & Operations Manager – Specialist Mortgages
Department: Specialist Mortgages

We’re seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Operations Analyst to join our Specialist Mortgages division at Hampshire Trust Bank. You’ll play a key role in supporting operational efficiency, ensuring data integrity, and driving continuous improvement across our processes. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll provide analytical insights, streamline workflows, and help deliver positive customer outcomes in a growing and ambitious team.

• Act as a point of contact for operational queries on data and processes
• Create and maintain detailed process maps and SOPs
• Identify inefficiencies and propose process improvements
• Produce operational performance reports and dashboards
• Track and report KPIs related to service operations
• Monitor, validate, and maintain data accuracy across core systems
• Support ad-hoc data analysis requests from stakeholders
• Contribute to small‑change initiatives and operational improvements
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of change outcomes

• Strong Excel and SQL skills; familiarity with BI tools
• Understanding of process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma)
• Analytical and problem‑solving mindset with excellent attention to detail
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to work independently with initiative and self‑motivation
• Adaptable, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement
• Bachelor’s degree in business, operations management, data analytics or related field is a plus
• Familiarity with mortgage banking concepts and regulations is a plus

• Proactive and solutions‑focused, anticipating and addressing issues before they arise
• Collaborative team player who fosters transparency and accountability
• Strong ethical values with integrity at the core of decision‑making
• Calmness under pressure with resilience to deliver outcomes

• Competitive remuneration
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Annual pay review
• Private Medical Insurance (Bupa)
• Mental health & wellbeing support via YuLife & Bupa
• 25 days annual leave (increasing with service) + Holiday Buy Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Green Car Scheme
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Study support & professional membership
• Hybrid working (50/50 split)
• YuLife Rewards – discounts on retail, lifestyle & experiences
• Pension scheme – 8% employer contribution (non‑contributory)
• Interest‑free season ticket loan
• Annual volunteering day & Net Zero employer commitment

If you’re ready to make an impact by driving operational excellence and supporting HTB’s growth in the specialist mortgages market, we’d love to hear from you.

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