Business Analyst - Contract - Product & Innovation

Business Analyst - Product & Innovation Strategy Contract - 3months Clearance required - BPSS / SC Clearance £500 - £550 per day insideIR35 Hybrid - 3 days per week on site in Southampton Responsibilities include: * Develop a deep understanding of the current product, technology, and capability portfolio * Conduct structured gap analysis against competitors, emerging technologies, and customer needs * Identify strengths, weaknesses, and investment opportunities * Partner with Product, Engineering, and Innovation teams to shape recommendations * Lead workshops, stakeholder interviews, and discovery sessions * Produce clear models, reports, and dashboards for senior decision-makers * Drive analysis independently with minimal supervision Skills and Experience: * Proven experience as a Business Analyst within technology or product-led transformation * Experience analysing product portfolios and technology roadmaps * Background in software, digital, or technology-driven organisations * Strong analytical capability (advanced Excel; Power BI desirable) * Excellent stakeholder engagement and workshop facilitation skills * Experience in defence or national security environments advantageous * Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable working autonomously Please apply for immediate interview! CBSbutler is operating and advertising as an Employment Agency for permanent positions and as an Employment Business for interim / contract / temporary positions. CBSbutler is an Equal Opportunities employer and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds