Job Specifications
Title: Strategy Analyst
Department: Department of Operational Strategy (DSO)
Location: Boulogne Billancourt (Paris)
Your primary role as a Strategy Analyst is to work closely with senior leadership to provide insights, analyse market and industry trends, and identify growth opportunities globally. The Department of Operational Strategy (DSO) is a key stakeholder in defining ALTEN's long-term strategy and provides visibility across all business lines and industries. Strong in entrepreneurial content and future focussed, this role will enable you to work with a wealth of industry leaders to help drive organisational growth and competitiveness through providing valuable insights and recommendations.
Skills acquired: business development, data analysis, market analysis, data visualisation, effective communication, Relationship management, project management, critical thinking.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Business/Customer Analysis:
Analyse industry trends, market conditions, and competitive landscapes to identify strategic opportunities and threats.
Evaluate the effectiveness of current business strategies and propose improvements.
Geographic Market Research:
Conduct comprehensive market research to gather insights on customer and needs, preferences, and behaviour.
Monitor competitor activities and industry developments to stay informed on market dynamics.
Mergers and Acquisitions Research:
Analyse industry trends, market conditions, and competitive landscapes to provide insights into potential acquisition targets or divestiture opportunities.
Conduct detailed due diligence on target companies, analysing financial statements, legal documents, contracts, and other relevant information.
Strategic Planning:
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, implement, and monitor strategic plans.
Assist in the formulation of business goals, objectives, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
Technology Proficiency:
Cultivate technological proficiency in data analysis tools, financial modelling software, and other relevant technology (e.g., AI).
Performance Measurement:
Track and evaluate the performance of strategic initiatives against established metrics.
Provide regular reports and updates to leadership on the progress of strategic projects.
Project Management:
Collaborate with various departments on strategic projects, including HR, finance, marketing, and operations, to gather information and insights (e.g., support Executive hiring activity).
Key Qualifications:
BAC+5 in Engineering, Business, Economics, and/or Finance (grande école d’ingénieur ou de commerce)
2+ years' experience in strategy, business analysis, or management consulting (or similar role).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a passion for data-driven decision-making.
Advanced proficiency in Excel and data visualisation tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across functions.
Why Join the DSO?
Opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a focus on professional growth and development.
Access to mentorship and leadership opportunities.
International exposure
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Why Join ALTEN?
Created more than 30 years ago and based in 30+ countries, ALTEN is a world leader in Engineering and IT Services.
57,000 employees worldwide (13,000 in France, 88% of whom are engineers).
Global sales of over 4 billion euros (including 1.3 billion in France).
A leading technology partner to major French and international corporations.
For more information, click here: https://www.alten.com/alten-group/
About the Company
ALTEN Group supports the development strategy of its customers in the fields of innovation, R&D and technological information systems.
Created 30 years ago, the Group has become a world leader in Engineering and Technology consulting.
24 700 highly qualified engineers carry out studies and conception projects for the Technical and Information Systems Divisions of major customers in the industrial, telecommunications and Service sectors.
Our business lines:
* ENGINEERING
R&D and Manufacturing outsourcing :
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