Lead Business Analyst
Reading
6-Month Contract
Paying up to £108p/h (Inside IR35)
Please note - Due to the nature of the work, you will need to hold a High level of UK security clearance
Overview
Step into a role where your expertise doesn’t just guide a project — it builds a brand‑new organisation. We’re partnering with a cutting‑edge start‑up in the Aerospace & Defence sector, driving a major digital transformation that will define how this organisation operates for years to come.
Key Responsibilities
* Establish and lead a new Business Analysis team, setting standards and best practice.
* Define and manage requirements across multiple digital workstreams.
* Work closely with senior stakeholders (including CxOs) to shape product vision and priorities.
* Oversee supplier outputs and ensure alignment with business and architectural needs.
* Support delivery across ERP (SAP S/4HANA), HR systems and Microsoft tools.
* Drive Agile requirements processes, ensuring high‑quality user stories and acceptance criteria.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Proven leadership of BA teams on digital transformation programmes.
* Hold Active SC Clearance and strong Aerospace/Defence experience.
* Experience setting up a BA function from scratch.
* Strong Agile background and familiarity with tools like Azure DevOps.
* Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills.
* Ability to thrive in a start‑up or evolving organisation.