Lead Business Analyst (Defence IT Infrastructure)
Location: Bristol (Hybrid - 2 to 3 days remote)
Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 + excellent benefits
Clearance: Must hold SC Clearance & be eligible for DV clearance
We're working with a forward-thinking Manufacturing client in Bristol who are seeking a Lead Business Analyst to support a high-impact MoD project. This is a hybrid role, offering flexibility, great leave allowance, and a strong focus on work-life balance.
What You'll Be Doing:
* Lead business analysis activity across complex programmes and portfolios, including IT infrastructure delivery
* Take responsibility for prioritising Business Analysis activities in coordination with the Principal Architect and Programme Portfolio Manager
* Develop and elaborate robust Business Cases and detailed requirements documentation for key programmes and projects
* Ensure benefits are clearly identified, tracked, and monitored throughout the project lifecycle
* Advocate for Business Analysis best practices and influence their adoption across the wider organisation
* Support the resolution of complex issues through collaborative stakeholder engagement
* Ensure alignment of project solutions with strategic business and technology objectives
* Guide business and process owners to align operations and IT strategies effectively
* Use business analysis tools and techniques to analyse and improve systems and processes
* Evaluate manufacturing systems to better understand operational requirements and technology dependencies
Line Management Responsibilities:
* Manage a team of Business Analysts across multiple project portfolios
* Conduct 1:1s, performance reviews and personal development planning
* Organise training and mentorship to support team growth and capability
* Lead and support BAs in stakeholder engagement, delivery planning, and quality assurance of outputs
* Oversee recruitment and onboarding of new Business Analysts where needed
* Identify opportunities to improve Business Analysis policies, frameworks, and ways of working
What We're Looking For:
* Strong experience as a Business Analyst in complex environments
* Experience leading BA's across multiple projects or portfolios
* Background in IT Infrastructure, ideally within Defence, Engineering, or Manufacturing
* Comfortable working in both Agile and Waterfall methodologies
* Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving skills
* Experience guiding business change and supporting strategic initiatives
* BA qualifications (e.g., BCS Practitioner, Six Sigma) desirable
* Active SC clearance, and eligible and willing to undergo clearance
What's on Offer:
* £65,000 base salary (or potentially higher for the perfect fit candidate)
* Generous holiday policy
* Strong pension contribution (up to 12.5%)
* Private medical insurance
* Flexible hybrid working (2-3 days from home)
* Career development and wellbeing support
* Opportunity to lead meaningful projects in the defence sector
Interested?
Please don't hesitate to apply if you might be interested in taking on a leadership role where your skills will make a direct impact in a critical national defence environment.
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