Japanese speaking -Senior Business Analyst - Game Industry

JAC Recruitment (UK) Ltd.; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Business Analyst based in London. This role involves delivering high-quality business analysis, collaborating with international teams, and supporting strategic initiatives within the gaming industry. Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years of experience, strong communication skills in English and Japanese, and proficiency in analytical tools like Excel and Power BI.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in business analysis, financial analysis, or corporate planning.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Japanese.
• Strong understanding of pricing strategies and market research.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality business analysis to support strategic and financial initiatives.
• Conduct detailed analyses of market trends and pricing strategies.
• Prepare and present analytical reports for senior management.

Skills

Business analysis

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Market research

Education

Degree in Business, Economics, or Statistics

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Company Overview

A company in the interactive entertainment industry is hiring for a Senior Business Analyst position. This organisation is a global leader in developing and publishing innovative gaming experiences, with a strong presence across multiple regions. The role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, contributing to strategic initiatives and collaborating with international teams to shape the future of gaming.

Job Description

• Deliver high-quality business analysis to support strategic and financial initiatives within corporate planning.
• Conduct detailed analyses of market trends, pricing strategies, demographics, geographic performance, and product features.
• Prepare and present analytical reports, dashboards, and performance reviews for senior management.
• Monitor key performance indicators and conduct variance analysis to support planning and.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and finance teams to integrate insights into pricing decisions, product launches, and regional strategies.
• Act as a liaison between European teams and headquarters, ensuring alignment and effective communication.
• Contribute to the development of forecasting and planning tools and support cross-functional projects requiring scenario modelling.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in business analysis, financial analysis, or corporate planning, ideally within gaming or entertainment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Japanese.
• Strong understanding of pricing strategies, market research, and business performance analysis.
• Proficiency in analytical and visualisation tools such as Excel, Power BI, or Tableau, and financial modelling techniques.
• Degree in Business, Economics, Statistics, or a related discipline; advanced qualifications are advantageous.
• Ability to work collaboratively across regions and adapt to a fast-paced international environment.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach to delivering actionable insights.