At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead data analysis and develop performance insights for strategic decision-making.
- Company: Join Leonardo, a global leader in innovative technology solutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, comprehensive benefits, and access to 4,000+ online courses.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to inclusion and professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on future combat systems while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in business analysis, advanced Excel, and PowerBI skills required.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
Leonardo are seeking a proactive and strategically minded Senior Business Analyst to join the Performance Team within the Future Combat Air Systems (FCAS) Portfolio Management Office (PMO). In this senior role, you will play a pivotal part in shaping and delivering high-impact performance insights that drive decision-making across the FCAS Programme. You will work closely with the Performance Lead, Programme Managers, and senior stakeholders to lead the development of optimised data flows, advanced analytics, and insightful reporting using tools such as PowerBI, JIRA, and SAP.
The Performance Team’s mission is to enhance Portfolio Performance reporting to enable data-driven decision-making and improve operational efficiency. As a senior member of the team, you will lead initiatives to simplify and rationalise complex data sets, ensuring that insights are actionable and aligned with strategic objectives. You will also mentor junior analysts and contribute to the continuous improvement of our data and reporting capabilities.
- Lead the design, development, and optimisation of strategic performance dashboards and reporting tools (e.g., PowerBI, JIRA), ensuring alignment with business goals and stakeholder needs.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to source, reconcile, and validate data from multiple systems (e.g., SAP, P6 Primavera, Business Objects), resolving quality issues and ensuring consistency.
- Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership, programme managers, and IPT teams.
- Drive continuous improvement in data management processes, identifying automation opportunities and streamlining workflows.
- Facilitate stakeholder engagement sessions, requirements gathering workshops, and user testing to ensure solutions meet evolving business needs.
- Champion data governance and best practices across the FCAS Programme.
- Represent the Performance Team in strategic planning forums and contribute to shaping the future direction of portfolio analytics.
Significant experience in business or data analysis, with exposure to complex programmes or portfolio environments. Advanced Excel skills (including nested formulae) and strong PowerBI development experience. Experience working with large, complex datasets and multiple data sources. Experience working in Agile environments and familiarity with Atlassian tools (JIRA, Confluence).
We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.
- Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
- Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
- Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
- Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
- Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
- Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
- Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.
For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace.
Contract Type: Permanent
Hybrid Working: Hybrid
