At a Glance
- Tasks: Analyse performance, support budgeting, and conduct research for strategic growth.
- Company: Fast-growing, PE-backed business with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience and exposure to senior leaders and investors.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for travel and professional growth.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career with meaningful responsibilities and real impact from day one.
- Qualifications: Top academic degree, strong analytical skills, and effective communication.
The predicted salary is between 60750 - 74250 £ per year.
Freshminds has partnered with a fast-growing, PE-backed business to find a Business Analyst to support strategic initiatives, operational performance and long-term growth across the organisation. Working closely with the executive leadership team and shareholder group, you will gain exposure to a broad range of strategic, commercial, operational and investment-related projects from day one. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate to take on meaningful responsibility early in their career. You will gain first-hand exposure to how a PE-backed business is operated and grown, with hands-on experience across business performance, value creation initiatives, financial analysis and strategic decision-making, while working directly with senior leaders and investors.
What you'll be doing:
- Analysing operational and financial performance to identify trends, risks and opportunities
- Supporting budgeting, forecasting, business planning and performance review processes
- Conducting research, benchmarking and analysis to support strategic growth initiatives
- Building and maintaining financial models, reports and business cases
- Working closely with senior stakeholders across multiple areas of the business and the investor group
Requirements:
- Top academic degree from a leading university
- Strong analytical, Excel and PowerPoint skills
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders
- Proactive, curious and eager to take ownership in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to travel across sites in London and the South East
Business Analyst - PE-backed Business employer: Freshminds
As a leading consulting firm, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that encourages innovation and collaboration. Our employees benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities, competitive remuneration, and the chance to work on impactful projects within the banking and insurance sectors. With a hybrid working model in the UK and Netherlands, we offer flexibility and a supportive environment for our consultants to thrive and make meaningful contributions.
