Lead Business Operations Analyst

Role Overview The Lead Business Operations Analyst drives the governance and planning rhythms that keep a large, matrixed organisation aligned and execution-focused. This high-visibility role connects strategy, data, and delivery across senior stakeholders, turning complex inputs into clear decisions, tracked commitments, and executive-ready materials.

About the Role as a Lead Business Operations Analyst : Support workforce governance, including request intake, input validation, and coordination through completion. Capture and distribute decisions and action items from leadership and governance meetings; clarify ownership, due dates, and follow-up through commitment tracking. Drive process improvement and automation opportunities, including AI-enabled approaches, across recurring operational workflows. Coordinate end-to-end planning cadence activities, including kick-offs, submission tracking, review packs, and post-cycle debriefs. Build and maintain leadership materials across priorities, initiatives, OKRs, and operational updates. Draft executive-ready communications, leadership briefings, and stakeholder updates. Improve workflows to increase clarity, speed, and data quality. Support team capability-building through AI-assisted workflows, templates, and self-service reporting.

About You  : 10+ years of experience in business operations, strategy, or governance within a large, matrixed technology or enterprise organisation Strong writing skills, with the ability to produce concise, executive-ready narratives, tables, and visuals Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and Power BI; PowerApps or workflow automation experience is a plus Strong data literacy and sound judgement Strong organisation and the ability to manage multiple workstreams across teams and timelines   Preferred Experience in Business Operations, Strategy & Operations, or Chief of Staff roles Experience preparing governance materials for senior technology leaders Core Competencies Structured thinking and problem-solving Attention to detail and sound judgement Ownership and accountability Stakeholder management and collaborative influence Facilitation and communication skills

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