Strategy Associate

Fortescue Metals Group; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortescue Metals Group is seeking a Strategy Associate for their Kidlington office. This role focuses on strategic market analysis, financial modelling, and decision-making support in a dynamic environment. Join a company committed to leading the transition to zero-emission power systems, making a significant impact on decarbonisation efforts.

Benefits

Group Life Assurance

Electric Car Scheme

Health Cash Plan

Private Medical Insurance

26 days holiday plus public holidays

Childcare Benefits

Free on-site gym access

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required.
• Experience in strategy, management consulting, or business analysis necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market analysis to identify strategic opportunities.
• Provide insights and recommendations for decision making.
• Develop financial models to support business performance.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or Engineering

Tools

MS Office Suite

Data visualization tools

Job description

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Fortescue Zero’s mission is to be the world leader in zero emission power systems. We are developing and manufacturing the technologies needed to decarbonise our planet. We are expanding across the geographies of UK, US and Australia and becoming a global company. As part of Fortescue, our vision is to be the number one integrated green technology, energy, and metals company.

An opportunity has arisen for a Strategy Associate to join our Kidlington based Strategy department in a rapidly expanding and exciting work environment.

About The Role

The Strategy Associate plays a pivotal role in supporting the development of an executing strategic

initiative that drives business growth and improves operational efficiency

What Will You Do

• Market intelligence : Conduct in-depth analysis of market trends, competitive dynamics, and internal capabilities across business units to identify strategic opportunities.
• Decision making support : Provide leadership with data-driven insights, analysis, and strategic recommendations to enhance decision-making processes.
• Financial analysis and modelling : Develop and maintain financial models to support portfolio optimisation, business performance analysis, and ad hoc requests from the Senior Leadership Team.
• Business Case support : Support business units with rigorous analysis and evaluation of new opportunities, including market entry strategies and growth initiatives.
• Partnerships : Assess the strategic rationale and commercial viability of external partnerships to align with FZ’s long-term objectives.
• Inorganic growth : Identify, evaluate, and screen potential inorganic growth opportunities that align with FZ’s strategic vision.

About You

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering or a related field;
• Demonstrable experience in strategy development, management consulting, business analysis, or

similar.

Key Skills:

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite and familiarity with data visualization tools.
• Demonstrated project management skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in data analysis, financial modelling, and strategic planning tools.

Key attributes:

• Strategic Thinker: Ability to see the big picture and think critically about complex issues.
• Detail-Oriented: High attention to detail and accuracy in analysis and reporting.
• Adaptable: Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and business needs.

What's In It For You?

• Group Life Assurance
• Group Income Protection
• Electric Car Scheme
• Health Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Private Medical Insurance
• 26 days holiday plus public holidays and the opportunity to purchase an additional 5 days per year
• Childcare Benefits
• Free on-site gym access and discounted national memberships

You do not need to match every listed expectation to apply for this position. At Fortescue Zero we are committed to building a team that encompasses a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and skills. Fortescue Zero is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. If you have a disability, we are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments. You are welcome to apply no matter your age, disability, gender, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

Please note, if you are applying for a role which involves having access to personal data, you will be subject to a background check. Where checks are unsatisfactory or incomplete and/or a failure to reveal information relating to convictions that you are required to identify as part of the background checks, could lead to withdrawal of an offer of employment.