Lead Systems Analyst

October 27, 2026

Remote

Lead

Hounslow, United Kingdom

Description

A Lead Systems Analyst role shaping technology and business change across a complex multi-application environment of UK and global systems. Ownership spans early discovery, translating business objectives into traceable systems requirements, data integrity, regulatory and compliance controls, delivery coordination and mentoring other analysts. Remote working is available, with hybrid or office options for those within commutable distance of Heathrow Airport, Hounslow, West London. On-the-job and role-specific training is provided for systems, processes and tools.

Responsibilities

Guide analysts across multiple projects, support escalations, conduct peer reviews and promote consistent analysis standards
Lead feasibility and impact analysis, clarify business drivers and translate complex objectives into traceable, testable systems requirements
Map end-to-end data flows, identify gaps and inconsistencies, maintain documentation and resolve data issues across systems and integrations
Define validation rules, monitoring and controls that identify data-quality issues proactively and support accurate reporting
Translate GDPR, customs, duty-calculation and other regulatory obligations into system controls, monitoring and audit evidence
Bridge business, IT, Finance, Compliance, Project and global teams, provide clear updates and represent data and compliance requirements in governance forums
Coordinate requirements traceability, UAT and QA validation, manage change impacts and support release readiness
Coordinate go-live, cutover, business validation, knowledge transfer and post-release issue prioritisation
Improve analysis practices, templates, governance and documentation, sharing lessons learned across future initiatives

Requirements

Demonstrable lead or senior-level experience in a data, compliance or systems analysis role within a technology-led environment
Strong requirements elicitation, documentation, traceability, process mapping and data-flow analysis skills
Ability to understand unfamiliar data flows, investigate issues and guide other analysts through complex analysis
Ability to read and interpret SQL queries to interrogate data and validate system outputs
Advanced capability with process and data-flow mapping tools such as Visio or equivalent
Working knowledge of integrations, system interactions, data quality, Excel, reporting tools, backlog management and UAT
Experience using Jira or Azure DevOps, Confluence and structured BA/SA governance artefacts
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across technical and non-technical teams
Analytical, proactive, collaborative and detail-focused approach with organisation and adaptability to manage ambiguity and changing priorities
Ability to challenge assumptions constructively, take accountability and drive continuous improvement

Conditions

Full-time, permanent position of 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Remote working available, with hybrid or office option for candidates within commutable distance to Heathrow Airport, Hounslow
Salary of £65,000 to £75,000 per annum depending on experience plus benefits
On-the-job and role-specific training on systems, processes and tools