Senior Business Analyst

SR2 Clean Energy; Bedford; On-site; GBP 100,000 - GBP 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering organisation is seeking a Senior Business Analyst to lead digital transformation initiatives in Bedford. You will manage a team of analysts, establish a standardised change framework, and navigate complex technical environments. The role requires proven leadership experience, a BCS Diploma in Business Analysis, and active SC Clearance. This position offers a competitive rate of £650/day and is essential for shaping the future of digital change within the organisation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading teams and engaging senior stakeholders.
• Experience in developing standardised change processes.
• Active SC Clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Design and embed standardised change and analysis processes.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Business Analysts.
• Map complex operational environments and assess advanced systems.

Skills

Strategic influence

Leadership and mentorship

Technical complexity

Compliance assessment

Education

BCS Diploma in Business Analysis

Job description

Senior Business Analyst | Lead the Digital Transformation of a High-Tech Engineering Leader | £650/day

Are you a strategic Business Analysis leader ready to shape the future of digital change within a cutting-edge research and engineering organisation?

We are seeking a Senior Business Analyst to join the Digital & Technology function in Bedford. This is a senior leadership role where you will define how business analysis operates across the organisation and lead some of its most complex and high-risk change initiatives.

In this role, you will go beyond traditional requirements gathering. You will manage and develop a team of analysts, establish a standardised change framework, and personally lead critical transformation programmes. Working in a highly regulated environment, you will act as the bridge between world-class engineering and modern digital strategy.

Why this role?

Strategic Influence
Design and embed standardised change and analysis processes across the organisation.

Leadership & Mentorship
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Business Analysts while setting priorities and direction.

Technical Complexity
Map complex operational environments and assess advanced systems used in high-end manufacturing.

Mission-Critical Security
Lead assessments to ensure compliance with government data-handling classifications (OS/S).

Key Requirements

• BCS Diploma in Business Analysis (International preferred)

• Active SC Clearance

• Proven experience leading teams and engaging senior stakeholders