Join to apply for the Principal Business Analyst role at HM Land Registry. This role is part of a major digital transformation programme that modernises the systems and services safeguarding property ownership across England and Wales. The successful candidate will lead business analysis activity across a programme, shape how change is delivered, and influence senior leaders to drive a future‑focused land registry. Base pay range £61,923 - £66,656 (dependent on location) plus 29% pension contribution and Civil Service benefits. Flexible, hybrid working from a choice of seven HMLR offices. Job summary As Principal Business Analyst you will take on a senior leadership role within the Technology & Transformation portfolio, leading all BA activity, shaping delivery, and helping to influence the direction of the organisation. The position offers real visibility, high impact, and the chance to run a mini BA practice within a large organisation, combining autonomy with support from a mature BA function. Responsibilities

Lead and shape business analysis activity across a domain or programme, supporting design, problem‑solving, and delivery at an organisational level. Build strong relationships with senior leaders across Transformation & Technology and the wider organisation to agree scope, priorities, and analysis needs. Own the effectiveness of business analysis within the domain or programme, providing early insight, guidance, and assurance to senior stakeholders and delivery teams. Ensure high‑quality business process testing and acceptance activity, driving continuous improvement where needed. Set and embed appropriate business analysis tools, methods, frameworks, and ways of working, aligned to professional standards. Lead and develop Business Analysts through line and task management, building capability, managing demand, and making best use of available resources. Act as a senior leader within the BA Practice and contribute to wider leadership across HM Land Registry.

Qualifications

Professional qualification in Business Analysis from a recognised provider (e.g. BCS, IIBA, PMI), or actively working towards it. Significant IT Business Analysis experience, including a leadership role managing teams or programmes of work. Extensive and proven business analysis experience across a variety of delivery methodologies, including Agile and iterative software development. Strong experience of business modelling and business process testing, using a range of industry tools and techniques, incl. BPMN. Experience of leading domain/programme‑level business analysis activity. Ability to coach and share own experience of being a high‑performing business analyst. Experience of working across organisational boundaries, expertly communicating with stakeholders to build influence and credibility. Skilled and experienced planner, implementer, and leader of change in a complex and evolving environment.

Location HMLR promotes a blended work approach, requiring a minimum of 60% of working time in the office (approximately three days per week). Remaining hours are flexible, and condensed working arrangements are an option. Available locations include Plymouth, Croydon, Gloucester, Swansea, Coventry, Fylde, and Peterborough. Benefits

Annual leave of 28.5 days plus 8 public holidays. Clear progression pathways, personalised training, and development plans with expensed accreditations. Flexi‑time scheme; opportunity to work condensed hours. Social and sports club. Employee assistance programme for counselling and support. Interest‑free loan for season tickets. Cycle to work scheme (salary sacrifice). Strong, inclusive culture emphasising continuous learning and flexible ways of working.

Further information

Please apply with a CV that evidences the essential skills outlined above. HM Land Registry does not sponsor UK visas under the Skilled Worker Licence and requires 5 years of continuous UK residency for security clearance.

For questions or to submit your application, contact Zee at zee@inspirepeople.net or call 020 7871 8556. #J-18808-Ljbffr