Strategy Analyst
ALTEN
Paris
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.
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