Business Analyst - Defence

Anson Mccade; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the UK is seeking a skilled Business Analyst to support vital Defence and Security projects. The successful candidate will navigate complex technology programmes and work closely with stakeholders to deliver actionable solutions. Key qualifications include experience in business analysis, strong analytical skills, and expertise in Agile methodologies. The role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth through extensive training programs.

Benefits

Competitive Bonus

Private Medical Cover

Generous Holiday Package

Training and Development

Comprehensive Pension Package

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Business Analyst or in a similar analytical or consulting role.
• Proficiency with Agile methodologies and frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, or LeSS.
• Experience with data visualisation and analytical tools.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Defence and Security clients on complex programmes.
• Engage with stakeholders to capture business requirements.
• Use analytical skills to identify improvement opportunities.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Agile methodologies

Tools

PowerBI

Tableau

QlikSense

Job description

Business Analyst - Defence

£Up to £65,000 GBP

Hybrid WORKING

Location : Liverpool; Manchester; Leeds; Bolton; Burnley; Blackpool; Sheffield; Preston, Manchester, North West - United Kingdom

Type : Permanent

Role : Business Analyst, Permanent, Defence and Security

Key : Active Government Security Clearance

Our Client : Join a world-class organisation where your work directly supports some of the UK's most vital Defence and Security programmes. Our client has been recognised by The Sunday Times and Glassdoor as one of the best places to work in the UK for multiple consecutive years. As a Business Analyst you will have the opportunity to deliver impact through technology, transformation, and consulting - all underpinned by a culture of collaboration, integrity, and innovation.

Responsibilities

You will play a key role in helping clients navigate complex transformation and technology programmes. You'll work with stakeholders to understand their challenges, define requirements, and translate ideas into actionable solutions that deliver measurable results. From analysing processes and data to shaping digital operating models, you'll be central to driving efficiency, clarity, and progress.

You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams across technology, delivery, and strategy – bringing your analytical mindset and problem‑solving skills to projects that keep the country safe. You’ll also have opportunities to mentor others, contribute to product‑centric ways of working, and continuously refine how the team delivers value.

Take the opportunity to do meaningful work, shape outcomes that matter, and grow your career with a team that is as ambitious as it is supportive.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Collaborate with Defence and Security clients on some of the UK's most complex and high‑impact programmes.
• Work alongside multidisciplinary teams of analysts, engineers, and consultants to design and deliver technology‑enabled transformation.
• Engage directly with stakeholders to capture business requirements and translate them into actionable outcomes.
• Use your analytical skills to identify opportunities for improvement and shape solutions that enhance operational performance.
• Apply Agile delivery methods to deliver tangible value quickly and iteratively.
• Contribute to the development of product‑centric operating models that make a real difference to national security and public services.
• Grow your professional expertise through Deloitte's world‑class learning and development programmes while working in a hybrid, flexible environment.

Key Requirements

• Current UK Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance.
• Proven experience as a Business Analyst or in a similar analytical or consulting role.
• Strong understanding of business analysis methods, including process modelling, requirements elicitation, and use case development.
• Experience delivering within Transformation or complex delivery programmes.
• Proficiency with Agile methodologies and frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, or LeSS.
• Ability to analyse and interpret complex information, presenting insights clearly to technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Experience with data visualisation and analytical tools (e.g., PowerBI, Tableau, or QlikSense).
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and build trusted relationships at all levels.
• Experience working in Defence, Security, or Public Sector environments.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem‑solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive Bonus.
• Private Medical Cover.
• Generous Holiday Package.
• Training and Development.
• Comprehensive Pension Package.

If you are interested, Apply Now!

Reference : AON / AMC / DeloitteBANorth

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