David A.

Lead Business Analyst

Great Malvern, England, United Kingdom

About

Experienced business change professional with a track record of leading transformative deliverables across diverse industries. Skilled in requirements management, process mapping, business cases and stakeholder communication. Passionate about driving efficiency and contributing to organisational growth and success.

Experience

  • Lead Business Analyst at Sanctuary
    May 2026 - Present · 3 mos

  • St. James’s Place (Cirencester, England, United Kingdom · Hybrid)
    • Business Architect
      Sep 2024 - May 2026 · 1 yr 9 mos

    • Senior Business Analyst
      Jan 2023 - Sep 2024 · 1 yr 9 mos

      Led on business analysis activities for client app launch, delivering a service disruption playbook and developing processes and operating model components. Scoped and delivered end-to-end monitoring solution, enhancing service assurance. Led on HR stakehodler requirements for ERP system, working closely with business architecture colleagues.

  • UK Research and Innovation (5 yrs 11 mos)
    • Senior Business Analyst
      Nov 2020 - Dec 2022 · 2 yrs 2 mos

      Contributed to £50 million digital service transformation, leading on complex business analysis activities. Led internal change program for hybrid working, delivering significant cost savings and reduced office footprint. Managed team of Business Analysts, fostering professional development and knowledge sharing.

    • Business Analyst
      Feb 2018 - Nov 2020 · 2 yrs 10 mos

      Led business case investment appraisal for £50 million service transformation, demonstrating £4 million annual savings. Developed user stories and acceptance criteria in Scrum environment. Identified pilot opportunities and supported team in digital service delivery.

    • Programme Office Analyst
      Jul 2017 - Feb 2018 · 8 mos

      Led programme office functions, including financial data presentation and risk management, facilitating informed decision-making. Successfully rolled out risk system, ensuring staff training and support.

  • Assistant Faculty Leader for Mathematics at St Joseph's College
    Sep 2015 - Dec 2016 · 1 yr 4 mos

    Led faculty meetings as Deputy Head of Faculty, fostering team trust and support. Developed curriculum and testing materials for Key Stage tests, ensuring student success. Played a key role in leading extracurricular projects, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes. Classroom teacher.

  • KS3 Coordinator for Mathematics at The Piggott School
    Sep 2012 - Aug 2015 · 3 yrs

    Introduced data-driven decision-making processes, setting and grading standards for all year groups. Managed performance and development of staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Led implementation of targeted interventions, improving student outcomes and success rates. Classroom teacher.