Strategic Development Analyst

JOB SUMMARYAs the Strategic Development Analyst, you will support the organization’s strategic growth objectives through research, financial and market analysis, business development support, and evaluation of strategic opportunities. This position partners with leadership and cross-functional teams to analyze market trends, identify growth opportunities, evaluate potential investments and partnerships, and develop actionable insights that support informed business decisions.

The Strategic Development Analyst combines analytical, financial, and business skills to translate data into recommendations and support the execution of strategic initiatives across the organization.

JOB DESCRIPTION Essential functions

Conduct market, industry, competitor, and business trend research to identify opportunities, risks, and emerging trends that may impact organizational growth

Analyze financial, operational, and market data to support strategic planning and business decisions

Support evaluation of potential acquisitions, partnerships, investments, new markets, and other business development opportunities

Prepare executive-level presentations, reports, dashboards, and recommendations summarizing key findings and strategic opportunities

Partner with Finance, Operations, Human Resources, Marketing, Sales, and other functional leaders to gather information and assess strategic opportunities

Support the development and implementation of annual and long-term strategic plans.

Identify opportunities to improve revenue growth, profitability, operational effectiveness, and overall organizational performance

Maintain databases and analytical models used to track market intelligence, business opportunities, and strategic initiatives

Develop presentations and other materials for executive leadership, board-level discussions, and strategic planning meetings

Track strategic initiatives, milestones, deliverables, and business outcomes to help ensure successful execution

Assist with special projects and strategic initiatives assigned by executive leadership

Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial, strategic, client, employee, and organizational information

Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory responsibilities

NoneWork environment

Work is conducted in a professional office environment with minimal distractions

Physical demands

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and performing work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time

Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time Travel required

Limited travel may be requested for attending events, conferences, or internal meetings

Required education and experience

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, economics, accounting, marketing, or a related field required2 – 5 years of experience in strategic planning, financial analysis, business development, consulting, corporate development, investment analysis, or a related field

Experience analyzing financial and operational data and translating findings into actionable recommendations

Experience conducting market research, competitive analysis, and business case development

Preferred education and experience

Master’s degree or MBA preferred

Experience working with cross-functional teams and senior leaders preferred.

Experience in mergers and acquisitions, due diligence, or corporate development is a plus Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the colleague for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

WHO WE AREUHY is one of the nation’s largest professional services firms providing audit, tax, consulting and advisory services…