Business Unit Strategy Analyst
@ Vanguard

Toronto, Ontario, Canada
$120,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 2 days ago

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Business Unit Strategy Analyst at Vanguard

This role supports senior management by aiding in the analysis of strategic initiatives and conducting competitive research. The Business Unit Strategy Analyst collaborates with internal clients to define business challenges and outlines the approach for research and analysis.

Core Responsibilities

  • Develop strategic, competitive, and product analyses.
  • Define business problems and planned research approaches.
  • Create and share business intelligence findings with senior management through presentations, white papers, and case studies.
  • Interpret, analyze, and verify complex data for actionable insights.
  • Craft data into a compelling storyline for internal clients.
  • Conduct business intelligence research and present operational and strategic findings.
  • Monitor industry, market, and competitive trends.
  • Participate in special projects and additional duties as needed.

Qualifications

Five years of related experience and an undergraduate degree (or equivalent combination of training and experience).

How We Work

Vanguard has a hybrid working model that balances in-person learning, collaboration, and flexibility. The company values a mission-driven and collaborative culture to support client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

Key skills/competency

  • Strategic Analysis
  • Competitive Research
  • Data Interpretation
  • Business Intelligence
  • Data Visualization
  • Analytical Reasoning
  • Presentation Skills
  • Problem Solving
  • Research Methodology
  • Industry Trends

How to Get Hired at Vanguard

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize Your Resume: Emphasize strategic and analysis skills.
  • Highlight Experience: Detail five years in relevant roles.
  • Research Vanguard: Understand its hybrid culture and mission.
  • Practice Case Studies: Prepare examples of data-driven insights.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Master Excel and advanced analytics tools.
Practice data visualization techniques.
Review statistical analysis methodologies.
Study industry-specific research software.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a challenging data analysis project.
Explain handling competing priorities efficiently.
Discuss collaboration with senior management.
Share experience with strategic decision-making.

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