Lead Business Analyst

JR United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy and technology sector is seeking an experienced Lead Business Analyst to guide its BA team. In this pivotal role, you will manage business requirements, oversee project delivery, and ensure alignment between stakeholders and development teams. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in business analysis, strong communication skills, and a passion for leading teams to achieve excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business analysis and team leadership, ideally within the technology or energy sector.
• Strong communication, coaching, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to drive process improvements and deliver results.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the BA team to achieve performance targets and business objectives.
• Oversee the gathering, documentation, and analysis of business requirements for software solutions.
• Support and refine product development processes.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Coaching

Process Improvement

Education

Experience in Business Analysis

Leadership Experience

Technology or Energy Sector Background

Job description

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A leading company in the energy and technology sector is seeking an experienced and driven Lead Business Analyst to guide its Business Analysis (BA) team and drive excellence in product development and strategic planning. This pivotal role involves managing business requirements, overseeing project delivery, and ensuring alignment between stakeholders and development teams.

As Lead Business Analyst, you will provide leadership, strategic direction, and process improvements to the BA team, working closely with both internal stakeholders and external development partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the BA team to achieve performance targets and business objectives.
• Set targets, develop performance measures, and monitor progress.
• Build a high-performing and motivated team through clear communication and coaching.
• Oversee the gathering, documentation, and analysis of business requirements for software solutions.
• Support and refine product development processes, ensuring timely and high-quality software releases.
• Work with stakeholders to deliver well-structured business reviews and strategic roadmaps.
• Collaborate with internal teams, regulatory bodies, and external development partners to ensure compliance and industry alignment.
• Engage with trade groups, government departments, and integrators to influence and respond to industry developments.
• Manage relationships with external suppliers, including software development partners.
• Assist in developing and refining the software delivery process.
• Effectively manage your own time, workload, and team resources.
• Perform other duties as reasonably required by senior management.

About You

We are looking for a strong leader with a passion for business analysis, product development, and stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience in business analysis and team leadership, ideally within the technology or energy sector.
• Strong communication, coaching, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.