Business Analyst - PE-backed Business

Freshminds; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Freshminds has partnered with a fast-growing PE-backed business to hire a Business Analyst to support strategic initiatives, operational performance and long-term growth across the organisation. You will work closely with the executive leadership team and investors from day one.

This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for a recent graduate to gain exposure to strategic, commercial and financial decision-making, while developing hands-on skills in financial modelling and business analysis.

Qualifications

• Top academic degree from a leading university.
• Strong analytical, Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work 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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Proactiveness

Education

Top academic degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

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