Primark
Business Analysis Practice Lead
Business Analysis Practice Lead at Primark, based in Reading, South East. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- Not given by the employer
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Reading, South East
- Closing date
- Sector
- IT & Software
Reference en/job/reading/business-analysis-practice-lead/8171/102641080976
About the role
Because we strive to put people first.
Culture, our way
Technology at Primark
What’s a career at Primark all about? The positive impact you’re making, the experiences you’re having and the people you’re with. You’re our inspiration. Embrace what sets you apart, own your career and develop in ways you never expected. Leave your mark. And do it your way.
Our technology team is actively shaping the next wave of advancements. Engaged with innovative initiatives, your expertise will propel our business into the future. Collaborating with a creative team of tech enthusiasts, you’ll contribute your unique skills to fuel our technological advancements.
What you'll do
- Lead and develop the Business Analysis practice, driving capability, consistency and best practice across the function.
- Manage, coach and mentor Business Analysts, supporting career development and succession planning.
- Define and embed Business Analysis standards, methodologies, frameworks and governance.
- Partner with senior business and technology stakeholders to shape strategic initiatives and change programmes.
- Ensure high-quality business analysis delivery across multiple projects, products and transformation initiatives.
- Champion continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to enhance processes, tools and ways of working.
- Build and maintain a strong Business Analysis community that encourages collaboration, knowledge sharing and innovation.
What you;ll bring
- Extensive experience in Business Analysis within large and complex technology environments.
- Proven people leadership experience, including managing and developing Business Analysts.
- Strong knowledge of Business Analysis methodologies, frameworks and best practices.
- Experience establishing and leading a Business Analysis Practice, Centre of Excellence or Community of Practice.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at senior leadership level.
- Demonstrated success delivering change, transformation and strategic business initiatives.
- Strong communication, facilitation and problem-solving skills with a collaborative leadership style.
About Primark
At Primark, people matter. They’re the beating heart of our business and the reason we’ve grown from our first store in Dublin in 1969 to a £9bn+ turnover business and over 80,000 colleagues and over 440 stores in 17 countries today. Our values run through everything we do. In essence, we're Caring and always strive to put people first. We're also Dynamic, bravely pushing the boundaries to stay ahead. And finally, we succeed Together.
If you need any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request, during your recruitment journey, such as extended time or breaks between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, mobility access, or assistive technology please contact your talent acquisition specialist.
All offers of employment are subject to background checks, including right to work, reference education and for some roles criminal, and financial checks. If you have any concerns, please reach out to our talent acquisition team to discuss.
REQ ID: JR-15827
Reference: en/job/reading/business-analysis-practice-lead/8171/102641080976 · Posted 3 days ago · Closes 30 Nov 2026 · Listed via Primark
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