Strategy Analyst - Paris H/F - ALTEN

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/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.