CEO Office Business Management Analyst

Robert Walters; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial institution seeks a CEO Business Management Analyst to support the CEO and senior leadership team in strategic projects and governance activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background in business management or finance, exemplary communication skills, and proven experience in regulated environments. This role offers exposure to executive decision-making, flexible working opportunities, and commitment to professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

Commitment to professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a business management or finance role in complex organisations.
• Ability to quickly build rapport with senior management.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Support business planning cycles by tracking performance metrics.
• Produce high-quality presentations for various executive gatherings.
• Provide administrative support to the CEO and Executive Committee members.
• Assist with compliance documentation for regulatory requirements.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication

Experience in regulated environments

Understanding of banking operations

Advanced Microsoft Office skills

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant degree in business management or finance

Job description

CEO Business Management Analyst

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Chief Executive Office Business Management Analyst to join a globally connected financial institution headquartered in London. This role sits at the heart of the Executive Office, providing you with a unique platform to work closely with the CEO and senior leadership team on high-impact strategic projects, business planning, and governance activities.

You will play a pivotal part in supporting the delivery of key initiatives that shape the future direction of the organisation, while also ensuring robust corporate governance and effective communication across all levels. The environment is inclusive, supportive, and offers significant exposure to executive decision-making processes, making it an ideal setting for those who thrive in collaborative and fast-evolving workplaces. Flexible working opportunities and a commitment to professional development further enhance this highly sought-after position.

What you'll do:

• Support business planning cycles by tracking performance metrics and preparing comprehensive reports that align with overall corporate objectives.
• Produce formal, high-quality presentations for Board meetings, shareholder sessions, senior management forums, strategy workshops, and other executive gatherings.
• Provide general administrative and operational support to the CEO, Executive Committee members, and the wider CEO office team to ensure seamless daily operations.
• Assist with regulatory requirements such as compliance with Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR), ensuring all documentation is accurate and up to date.
• Contribute to the successful delivery of strategic projects by managing risks, monitoring milestones across departments, and facilitating cross-functional collaboration.
• Develop clear communications regarding bank strategy and performance for both internal stakeholders and external partners as required.
• Undertake ad hoc research assignments or process improvement projects that contribute to greater efficiency within the Executive Office.
• Partner with various departments to aid in the execution of annual budget reviews and strategic bank-wide initiatives.
• Support project management efforts by helping prioritise tasks, track progress on key deliverables, and ensure timely completion of critical outcomes.
• Assist in preparing detailed corporate reports on behalf of the CEO while maintaining the integrity of frameworks and policies.

What you bring:

• A strong academic background demonstrating intellectual rigour relevant to business management or finance roles within complex organisations.
• Exemplary written and verbal communication skills enabling you to produce polished presentations and articulate complex ideas clearly at all levels.
• Proven experience working in highly regulated environments ideally within financial services where attention to detail is paramount.
• Confidence engaging with senior management including CEOs or C-suite executives; able to build rapport quickly while maintaining professionalism at all times.
• A thorough understanding of front-to-back banking operations as well as risk management principles and control frameworks.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly PowerPoint and Word with an ability to operate consistently within brand guidelines.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently without close supervision while effectively prioritising rapidly changing workloads under pressure.
• A broad understanding of diverse business functions coupled with operational insight into how large organisations achieve their objectives collaboratively.
• A proactive approach characterised by credibility among colleagues; solution-focused thinking combined with initiative-taking behaviour is essential.
• Meticulous attention to detail alongside unwavering integrity, discretion when handling sensitive information, resilience under pressure, quick learning abilities, and calmness in demanding situations.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out due to its truly global reach connecting major financial markets across continents and its unique heritage which brings together diverse perspectives for innovative problem-solving. Employees benefit from being part of an inclusive workplace culture where knowledge sharing is encouraged at every level. The Executive Office function is renowned for its supportive leadership style; here your contributions are valued not just for what they achieve but also for how they foster teamwork across departments. With headquarters in London yet operations spanning Shanghai, Singapore, New York and beyond, you'll find yourself part of an international network committed to responsible growth. Professional development is actively supported through access to training resources tailored around your ambitions; flexible working options further enhance work-life balance so you can perform at your best both inside and outside the office. Above all else this institution's reputation for integrity ensures that employees are empowered not only to succeed but also do so ethically making it an inspiring place for those who want their work to have lasting impact.

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