Associate - Strategy

• Conduct internal and external research to support strategic planning, including market trends, competitive landscape, and healthcare sector developments. • Analyze financial and operational data to evaluate business performance and identify growth opportunities or inefficiencies. • Develop business models, cost-benefit analyses, and scenario projections to support strategic recommendations. • Assist in creating strategic roadmaps, corporate presentations, and board materials aligned with organizational priorities. • Support strategy execution by tracking project KPIs, monitoring milestones, and preparing progress reports. • Collaborate with data analysts, business units, and functional leaders to gather input and validate analytical findings. • Prepare executive dashboards and visual reports using PowerPoint, Power BI, or similar tools for high-level decision-making. • Evaluate strategic initiatives and investment proposals using structured methodologies and evidence-based criteria. • Participate in workshops and stakeholder meetings to capture inputs and communicate strategic insights. • Maintain documentation of strategic plans, business assumptions, and project outcomes for audit and future reference. • Assist in M&A research, due diligence, and integration planning as part of corporate development activities. • Conduct SWOT, PESTEL, and gap analysis to assess current strategic positioning and recommend adjustments. • Support budgeting and forecasting activities from a strategic planning perspective. • Track performance against strategic objectives and propose course-correction measures when necessary. • Stay updated with emerging technologies, market innovations, and global healthcare trends to inform strategic choices. • Education and Certification • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Healthcare Management, or a related field. • Master’s degree or professional certification in Strategy, Management Consulting, or Project Management (e.g., PMP, CMC) is an advantage. Knowledge and Skills • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets. • Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for presenting insights to executive stakeholders. • Understanding of strategic frameworks and planning tools (e.g., SWOT, Porter’s Five Forces, BCG Matrix). • Ability to work with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities. • Experience with business case development and performance reporting. • Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of meeting tight deadlines in a high-paced environment. • Familiarity with the healthcare industry or large enterprise environments is desirable. Strategy Analyst benefit from having experience/competency in: • Strategic planning • Market research • Business model design • Performance metrics tracking • Data visualization • Financial modeling • Power BI / Tableau • Healthcare analytics • Stakeholder engagement • Competitive benchmarking Experience • 5+ years of experience in strategy, management consulting, business analysis, or corporate planning. • Experience in healthcare or hospital strategy teams is highly preferred.