Business Strategy & Research Analyst

About the Role

We are looking for an analytical and research-driven Business Strategy & Research Analyst to support strategic planning, evaluate market opportunities, and provide data-driven insights that guide business decisions. The ideal candidate will have strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to transform complex information into actionable recommendations that improve business performance and support long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct market research and industry analysis to identify business opportunities, emerging trends, and potential risks.
• Analyze competitor strategies, market positioning, and industry developments to support strategic decision-making.
• Collect, organize, and interpret business, financial, and operational data to identify meaningful insights.
• Support the development of business strategies, growth plans, and long-term organizational objectives.
• Prepare research reports, analytical summaries, presentations, and recommendations for management.
• Evaluate potential markets, customer segments, and business opportunities to support expansion initiatives.
• Monitor key business performance indicators and assess progress against strategic objectives.
• Conduct feasibility studies and preliminary assessments of new products, services, partnerships, and business initiatives.
• Collaborate with strategy, finance, marketing, sales, and operations teams to gather information and support business planning.
• Develop financial models, forecasts, and scenario analyses to evaluate potential business outcomes.
• Identify business performance gaps and recommend data-supported solutions for improvement.
• Maintain research databases, market intelligence resources, and internal analytical documentation.
• Track industry developments, economic trends, and regulatory changes relevant to business planning.
• Support strategic projects by preparing research findings, evaluating alternatives, and monitoring implementation progress.
• Present analytical findings and strategic recommendations clearly to relevant stakeholders.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Statistics, Research, or a related field.
• Experience in business analysis, market research, corporate strategy, or a similar analytical role is an advantage.
• Strong research capabilities and the ability to evaluate information from multiple sources.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or other analytical tools is an advantage.
• Good understanding of market analysis, business performance metrics, and strategic planning principles.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent report-writing, presentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple research assignments and meet deadlines.
• A curious, proactive, and results-oriented mindset with a strong interest in business strategy and market development.