Associate - Strategy

Role Purpose

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

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.

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in strategy, management consulting, business analysis, or corporate planning.
• Experience in healthcare or hospital strategy teams is highly preferred.