Strategic Consulting Analyst - Financial Modeling & Market Intelligence

What role will you play in the team: You'll be an integral part of the strategic consulting team, providing analytical support and financial modeling expertise to client engagements. Your insights will directly influence strategic decision-making at leading organizations. You will work with a diverse set of projects that will help you grow to be a Strategy Consultant. The role will entail assisting the project lead, researching and preparing the project, modeling business scenarios for the project, and creating a final recommendation based on the facts you uncovered.

What you will do: You will develop financial models, conduct market research, and analyze data to identify trends and opportunities. You will present your findings and recommendations to both internal teams and clients, playing a key role in shaping their strategic direction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain complex financial models to support strategic initiatives, including forecasting, valuation, and scenario planning.
• Conduct in-depth market research and competitive analysis to identify key trends, opportunities, and threats.
• Analyze large datasets to extract meaningful insights and provide actionable recommendations to clients.
• Prepare and present findings in a clear and concise manner, both verbally and in written reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategic plans.
• Support project managers in planning, executing, and monitoring projects.
• Contribute to the development of intellectual property and best practices within the consulting team.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices in financial modeling and market intelligence.
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  Assist in the preparation of proposals and presentations for new business opportunities.
• Participate in training and development activities to enhance skills and knowledge.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 0-1 years of experience in financial modeling, market research, or strategic consulting.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, including financial modeling techniques and advanced formulas.
• Experience with market research tools such as Qualtrics or Nielsen is a plus.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of data analysis and visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI is preferred.
• Familiarity with CRM software like Salesforce or HubSpot is a plus.
• A proactive and results-oriented approach.

Benefits Included:

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth, including training programs and mentorship.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Exposure to a wide range of industries and strategic challenges.
• Performance-based bonuses and incentives.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Company-sponsored events and activities.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Health and wellness initiatives.
• A supportive and inclusive culture.

A Day in the Life: Your day might involve building a financial model to assess a new market entry strategy, analyzing competitor data to understand market share, presenting your findings to a client, and collaborating with your team on a new project proposal. You are also expected to complete a couple of certifications per year that can help with you career advancement. You may also have to assist other people in their daily work.