Our client, a world-leading engineering company, is seeking a talented and highly skilled IT Lead Business Analyst. this role requires candidates to either hold current SC or DV clearance. We're looking for a Lead Business Analyst (IT) to lead a small team of BA's while also staying hands on running your own projects. This is a new role to support our clients expanding organisation and an exciting time to join as they develop their IT services & operations. You'll focus on their emerging defence portfolio of work. Core Responsibilities Lead on the development and elaboration of compelling Business Cases and detailed requirements documentation Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise your team Identify & propose continuous improvement opportunities Ensure that project benefits are clearly identified, mapped and monitored at initiation and throughout the project lifecycle Provide IT Governance assurance for non-functional requirements Ensure that project solutions are in-line with key stakeholder requirements So, what are we looking for in your application? We will prioritise applications with background in fields such as defence, engineering & manufacturing industries, alongside Technical & IT Focussed Business Analysts. What we will need from you · Proven track record In an IT/ Technical Business Analyst role and Lead or Senior BA role · Security Clearance – SC as a minimum with willingness to undertake DV. · Team leadership experience, you'll be managing a small team. · Experience in supporting or delivering large scale business change · Understanding of Waterfall and Agile methodologies · Strong stakeholder management, communication and relationship management skills What do we offer in return? Annual salary reviews, company paid private medical insurance, up to 12.5% employer pension contribution, great people, genuine focus on wellbeing and learning & development. This is a chance to build your career in a thriving R&D facility with a bright future.