Lead Business Analyst

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.