Full job descriptionLead Business Analyst - Cardiff (Hybrid) - £81,700 + Benefits
A well-established organisation delivering critical services across the UK is looking for an experienced Lead Business Analyst to join its technology change function.
This is a key leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys operating at the intersection of business strategy, technology delivery and stakeholder engagement. You’ll play a pivotal role shaping major programmes of work before they enter delivery, ensuring technology investments align with business priorities and long-term strategic objectives.
Working alongside Programme Managers, Solution Architects and senior business leaders, you’ll help define future change initiatives while leading a small team of Business Analysts.
What you’ll do:
*Lead and mentor a team of Business Analysts
*Gather, document and validate business requirements
*Facilitate stakeholder workshops
*Produce business cases and investment papers
*Scope projects and define delivery requirements
*Manage risks, dependencies and assumptions
*Work closely with Solution Architects and Project Managers
*Support supplier assessments and solution evaluations
*Drive stakeholder alignment and decision making
What you’ll bring:
*Proven experience as a Lead or Senior Business Analyst
*Experience managing or mentoring BA teams
*Strong business case and investment paper experience
*Workshop facilitation expertise
*Excellent stakeholder management skills
*Experience within enterprise technology programmes
*Understanding of Waterfall delivery approaches
*Utilities experience desirable
Why you should apply:
*Influence major strategic technology investments
*Work on large-scale transformation initiatives
*Join a collaborative and mature change environment
*Progress your leadership career
*Hybrid working model
*Strong long-term career prospects
Ready to Apply
Contact Daniel Newton to find out more.
Please apply with a CV and a cover letter outlining why you’re perfect for the role.
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