Lead Business Analyst

OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Lead Business Analyst to support a high-impact engagement with our client. This is a strategic, people-focused role designed to elevate the quality, consistency, and effectiveness of business analysis practices across the organization.The ideal candidate is a strong analytical leader who thrives in collaborative environments, leads through influence, and is passionate about mentoring teams and driving clarity across complex initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesStandards & Requirements ExcellenceEstablish and promote consistent business analysis methodologies, templates, and documentation standardsTeam Support & Cross-Functional AlignmentFoster collaboration across business units, IT teams, and vendor partnersCommunication & Stakeholder InfluenceTranslate business needs into structured, actionable requirementsLeadership & Team DevelopmentLead and mentor a team of 8–10 Business AnalystsRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, or related field7+ years of Business Analyst experience3+ years of experience mentoring or leading Business AnalystsStrong expertise in requirements elicitation, documentation, and process modelingExperience with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skillsExperience working with enterprise-level or multi-system environmentsProficiency with tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar ALM platformsPreferred QualificationsExperience developing or contributing to Business Analysis standards or a Center of ExcellenceBackground in data governance, data integration, or data qualityFamiliarity with testing methodologies and automation toolsStrong data-driven analytical and problem-solving skills