Global Insights Professional

Strategic Analyst PositionWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Strategic Analyst to join our team. As a key member of our advisory group, you will play a crucial role in supporting high-priority strategic projects.In this position, you will go beyond simple data analysis to generate insights, storylines, and recommendations that drive client decisions. Your expertise will be essential in leading deep-dive market and competitive research for niche segments, conducting market sizing, value chain analysis, and trend analysis to inform client go-to-market and expansion strategies.You will also develop and deliver executive-level presentations, reports, and interactive dashboards (e.g., Power BI), translating complex data into a clear and compelling storyline. Additionally, you will support strategy, M&A, and procurement projects by delivering financial, macroeconomic, and supply-chain diagnostics.As a Strategic Analyst, you will engage directly with internal stakeholders and clients to support Commercial Due Diligence (CDD), portfolio reviews, and cost optimization exercises. You will analyze financial and operational data to conduct peer benchmarking and identify performance gaps. Furthermore, you will manage project workstreams, track milestones, and demonstrate initiative in addressing client and team challenges.To succeed in this role, you will require strong analytical skills, with proven experience in hypothesis generation, financial analysis, and peer benchmarking. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are also essential, as you will need to build a 'storyline' and present findings clearly to executive audiences.The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and at least three years of professional experience in strategy consulting, competitive intelligence, or corporate strategy, preferably from a global research or top-tier consulting firm. A Master's degree from a premium institute is preferred, with a focus on Finance, Strategy, or Business.Prior experience with financial, market, and trade databases such as S&P Capital IQ, Pitchbook, Euromonitor, TradeMap, or Thomson Reuters is highly desirable. Advanced proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools, including Power BI, and experience with social media analytics tools (e.g., BrandWatch) are also beneficial.Key Responsibilities:Lead deep-dive market and competitive research for niche segmentsDevelop and deliver executive-level presentations, reports, and dashboardsSUPPORT strategy, M&A, and procurement projectsAnalyze financial and operational data to conduct peer benchmarking and identify performance gapsManage project workstreams, track milestones, and demonstrate initiativeRequired Skills and Qualifications:Bachelor's degree from an accredited institutionThree or more years of professional experience in strategy consulting, competitive intelligence, or corporate strategyStrong analytical skills, with proven experience in hypothesis generation, financial analysis, and peer benchmarkingExcellent written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentProficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)Benefits:Opportunity to work with a talented team of professionalsChance to contribute to high-impact strategic projectsProfessional development and growth opportunitiesOthers:Prior experience with financial, market, and trade databasesAdvanced proficiency in data analysis and visualization toolsExperience with social media analytics tools