Strategy Analyst

Roles and responsibilities

Your Role There will never be a typical day at Accenture, but that’s why people love it here. The opportunities to make a difference within exciting client initiatives are limitless in this ever-changing business landscape. That said, here are some of the things you’ll do:

• Structure and perform analysis and primary research that address business issues and generate insights about client and industry business performance improvement
  
• Develop business cases and plans that are detailed, actionable and reflect Accenture Strategy’s deep industry, IT and business process acumen
  
• Present at team and client meetings and determine the most practical way to drive lasting results based on your insights.
  
• Help our clients build the capabilities they need for growth, innovation and sustainable high performance
  
• Work in multi-disciplinary teams and leverage the power of Accenture’s global reach and end-to-end capabilities to deliver results
  
• Help clients understand leading-edge technology capabilities and the transformational impact they may have on their business
  
• Engage with the broader strategy community to foster collaboration and support growth and development of the Strategy business.
  
  
• What You’ll Learn You’ll work on a broad range of Strategy assignments enabling you to develop core strategy skills across industries through hands-on client experience. For your personal development, you’ll have access to a strong network created to help you grow and advance your career through personal 1-1 coaching and mentoring as well as formal training and development. You’ll also enjoy: - Accenture’s dedicated Strategy college (first and second year) to see what happens at Strategy college. - Your own career counsellor to champion and support your development at Accenture.
  
  What Are We Looking For? We’re looking for students who love solving complex problems, are naturally curious and thrive on intellectual challenges. We’re more interested in identifying leadership potential than the degree you study, so you can join Accenture Strategy no matter what your academic discipline, but you’ll need to have or be expecting:
  
  Undergraduate and/or Master's Degree programs within the Resources discipline
  
  A consistent track record of outstanding academic performance at school and university
  
  Strong quantitative acumen, with the ability to think analytically to identify and solve problems and drive strategic insights
  
  Proven leadership roles in extra-curricular activities
  
  An outcome oriented and impactful approach
  
  Excellent communications and relationship building skills
  
  An ability to collaborate and work successfully in a team
  
  An ability to work in a high intensity environment
  
  Digitally/Technology savvy
  
  The flexibility to work on different projects/different locations
  
  Proficiency in English and Arabic.
  
  Experience with MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) preferable
  
  International experience studying or working overseas highly advantageous.
  
  Why join us?
  
  We offer a transparent, fast paced approach career progression, with a focus on your strengths and continuous coaching from senior colleagues.
  
  You will benefit from working alongside Accenture experts who are solving some of the biggest industry challenges with innovative thinking and pioneering tools.
  
  Flexible work arrangements and a range of benefits including competitive rewards.
  
  You will have access to state-of-the-art technology that will give you the opportunity to deepen your existing skills even as you help create the latest business trends.
  
  You will also have opportunities to make a difference to the communities in which we work and live.

Desired candidate profile

1. Analytical Skills

• Data Analysis: Proficiency in gathering and interpreting complex data sets to identify trends, patterns, and insights that influence strategy.
• Quantitative Analysis: Ability to work with numbers and use statistical techniques (e.g., regression analysis, forecasting, financial modeling) to derive actionable insights.
• Qualitative Analysis: Collecting and analyzing non-numerical data (e.g., market trends, consumer sentiment, competitive landscape) to inform strategic decisions.
• Competitive Analysis: Analyzing competitors' strategies, strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) to help the organization stay competitive.

2. Business Acumen

• Market Understanding: Deep understanding of market dynamics, customer needs, industry trends, and regulatory factors that affect business strategy.
• Financial Literacy: Understanding of financial metrics (e.g., revenue growth, profit margins, return on investment) and how they relate to business performance and strategy.
• Operational Knowledge: Knowledge of how different departments (sales, marketing, finance, operations) function and interact, helping you design strategies that align across the organization.

3. Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking

• Root Cause Analysis: Ability to identify underlying issues within the business or market and suggest strategies to address them.
• Decision-Making: Using data-driven insights to guide decision-making, weigh alternatives, and recommend strategic actions.
• Scenario Planning: Assessing potential risks and opportunities by considering various possible scenarios and how they might affect the organization.

4. Strategic Thinking

• Long-Term Vision: Ability to look beyond day-to-day operations and think about the long-term goals of the business. This includes forecasting market changes, trends, and future opportunities.
• Growth Strategies: Developing strategies for business expansion, diversification, new market entry, or product innovation.
• Cost Optimization: Identifying areas for cost-saving, improving efficiencies, and maximizing profitability through strategic initiatives.

5. Communication Skills

• Report Writing: Ability to create clear, concise, and actionable reports that present complex analyses in a way that is easy for stakeholders to understand.
• Presentation Skills: Presenting findings, recommendations, and strategic insights to senior leadership, executives, or clients in a compelling and persuasive manner.
• Stakeholder Communication: Collaborating and communicating effectively with cross-functional teams and senior executives to ensure alignment on strategy.

6. Project Management Skills

• Project Planning: Ability to plan and coordinate strategic initiatives, ensuring timely and successful implementation.
• Resource Allocation: Identifying and managing the resources (human, financial, and technological) necessary for executing strategic initiatives.
• Monitoring and Reporting: Tracking the progress of strategic initiatives and adjusting strategies based on performance metrics and changing business conditions.

7. Research Skills

• Market Research: Conducting primary and secondary research to understand market trends, consumer behavior, and competitive positioning.
• Industry Analysis: Staying up to date with industry trends, regulatory changes, and technological innovations that may affect strategy.