QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering or a related field;
• Demonstrable experience in strategy development, management consulting, business analysis, or a related field.

KEY SKILLS:

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and familiarity with data visualization tools.
• Demonstrated project management skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in data analysis, financial modelling, and strategic planning tools.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Strategy Associate plays a pivotal role in supporting the development of an executing strategy initiative that drives business growth and improves operational efficiency

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Market intelligence: Conduct in-depth analysis of market trends, competitive dynamics, and internal capabilities across business units to identify strategic opportunities.
• Decision making support: Provide leadership with data-driven insights, analysis, and strategic recommendations to enhance decision-making processes.
• Financial analysis and modelling: Develop and maintain financial models to support portfolio optimisation, business performance analysis, and ad hoc requests from the Senior Leadership Team.
• Business Case support: Support business units with rigorous analysis and evaluation of new opportunities, including market entry strategies and growth initiatives.
• Partnerships: Assess the strategic rationale and commercial viability of external partnerships to align with FZ’s long-term objectives.
• Inorganic growth: Identify, evaluate, and screen potential inorganic growth opportunities that align with FZ’s strategic vision.