Senior Business Analyst

Senior Business Analyst Location: Hybrid Bolton Department: Transformation & Change Salary: up to £60,000.00 dependant on experience. About the Role We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Senior Business Analyst to play a key role in driving strategic change across the organisation. Operating at a senior level, you will work closely with leadership teams to shape and deliver business initiatives, ensuring alignment between business objectives, technology, and operational capabilities.

As a big-picture thinker, you will translate complex challenges into clear, actionable solutions. You will also act as a trusted advisor and ambassador for the Business Analysis function both internally and externally, contributing to the continuous evolution of our Transformation & Change capabilities. Key Responsibilities Strategic Delivery & Business Analysis Partner with senior stakeholders to shape and deliver strategic initiatives Lead business analysis activities across large-scale projects and programmes Define and document business requirements, process flows, and system interactions Conduct impact assessments across people, processes, and technology Challenge assumptions and influence decision-making to drive innovation and improvement Support business case development with clear analysis of benefits, costs, and risks Facilitate workshops, interviews, and stakeholder sessions to gather and validate requirements Bridge the gap between business and technology teams, ensuring solutions are aligned and feasible Use data and insights to guide decision-making and measure success Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration Build strong relationships with stakeholders from operational level to senior leadership Act as a trusted advisor, influencing and gaining buy-in for change initiatives Work closely with Product Owners and Delivery teams to prioritise and shape requirements Ensure initiatives are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned to expected outcomes Practice Development Champion Business Analysis best practices, frameworks, and methodologies Drive consistency in process and requirements documentation Mentor and support colleagues, promoting knowledge sharing across the function Lead continuous improvement initiatives aligned with industry trends Foster a collaborative, problem-solving culture within the BA practice Leadership & Quality Assurance Provide leadership and strategic direction for business analysis activities Inspire and motivate teams through strong role modelling and engagement Ensure high-quality standards in requirements gathering and solution validation Conduct post-implementation reviews and measure success through KPIs and metrics Promote a culture of accountability, learning, and continuous improvement About You Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience (5+ years) in Business Analysis, including senior-level responsibility Strong track record delivering complex, high-impact change initiatives Experience working with senior stakeholders and influencing decision-making Deep understanding of BA frameworks (e.g.

BABOK, Agile, Waterfall) Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills Excellent communication and facilitation skills Experience working in Agile or hybrid delivery environments Desirable BCS Diploma in Business Analysis or equivalent Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt) or process improvement qualification Agile certifications (Scrum, SAFe) Experience in digital transformation and operating model design Change management qualifications (e.g. PROSCI) What We’re Looking For A strategic thinker who can see the bigger picture while delivering at pace A confident communicator and influencer at all levels A collaborative leader with a passion for continuous improvement A challenger mindset, willing to question the status quo A proactive and resilient individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment