Lead Business Analyst

Lead Business Analyst

SC Cleared | Major Digital Transformation

We are seeking an experienced Lead Business Analyst (SC Cleared) to join a major digital transformation programme within a newly established start‐up organisation.

This pivotal leadership role will set the direction for business analysis across the organisation, leading a team of Business Analysts working across HR, Finance, and Programme Management functions. You will play a key role in shaping how requirements are defined, managed, and delivered for new digital solutions in a fast‐moving and evolving environment.

Please note: This role requires active SC Clearance or eligibility to obtain SC Clearance.

The Role | As Lead Business Analyst, you will:

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of Business Analysts across multiple business functions
• Define and own the business analysis strategy, standards, and governance, embedding best practice across the transformation programme
• Oversee all requirements definition and management activities, ensuring high‐quality, consistent outputs
• Partner with senior stakeholders to translate complex business needs into clear, actionable requirements
• Support the organisation in developing and maturing its BA capability, tooling, and processes
• Work closely with Product Owners, Delivery Leads, Architects, and Technology teams within agile delivery environments
• Operate effectively in a start‐up context, adapting to change while maintaining delivery focus and quality

Experience:

• Proven experience as a Lead or Senior Business Analyst on large‐scale digital transformation programmes
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop BA teams across multiple domains
• Strong hands‐on experience working in Agile environments (Scrum, SAFe, Kanban)
• Deep expertise in requirements engineering, from epics to non‐functional requirements
• Comfortable delivering in fast‐paced, ambiguous, or greenfield environments
• Confident influencing senior stakeholders with clear, effective communication
• Active SC Clearance, or eligible and willing to obtain SC Clearance

Contract Details:

• Inside IR35 Contract
• Reading - Hybrid
• Initial 6-Months Contract

Please apply for immediate consideration.