Business Analysis Lead | London | Hybrid Working | Insurance
We are partnering with a leading Lloyd's of London insurance business to recruit a Business Analyst Lead into its Change function.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Business Analyst to take ownership of the business analysis capability, leading and developing a team of analysts while supporting a range of strategic business initiatives and continuous improvement programmes.
Key responsibilities
- Lead, mentor and develop a team of Business Analysts, ensuring consistent delivery and best practice.
- Work closely with senior business stakeholders, Project Managers and IT teams to translate business needs into clear requirements and solutions.
- Oversee business, technical and operational analysis across key projects and initiatives.
- Analyse existing processes, identify improvement opportunities and drive continuous improvement.
- Define business and system requirements, user stories, use cases and high‑level specifications.
- Support solution design, testing strategies and end‑to‑end project delivery.
- Champion effective stakeholder engagement, change management and Agile ways of working.
Key experience
- Extensive experience in a senior Business Analyst position, ideally with leadership or mentoring responsibilities.
- Strong knowledge of the insurance industry, particularly the London Market IS ESSENTIAL
- Understanding of insurance products, processes and the software development lifecycle.
- Experience across both Agile and Waterfall delivery methodologies.
- Strong experience translating business requirements into functional requirements, use cases and user stories.
- Confident stakeholder management and the ability to influence at all levels.
- Business Analysis or Agile accreditation desirable.
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior insurance Business Analyst looking to step into a leadership position and play a key role in shaping business change and transformation.
Lead Business Analyst employer: Oliver James
At Oliver James, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in the heart of London. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through tailored development programmes and opportunities to engage with senior stakeholders, ensuring that you not only contribute to impactful capital projects but also advance your career in a supportive environment. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team where your contributions are valued and your professional journey is nurtured.
