Technology Strategy Analyst

TalentBurst; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking a Technology Strategy Analyst to work on a contractor basis for 6+ months, 100% remote. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in business intelligence, consulting, or strategy roles. Responsibilities include acting as a liaison to clients, consulting on strategic priorities, and fostering data-driven decision-making. Applicants should have strong analytical skills, proficiency in data visualization tools like Tableau and PowerBI, and at least 8 years of experience in a relevant field. This is an excellent opportunity for a strategic thinker to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Experience in business intelligence, internal consulting, or strategy-focused roles.
• Strong analytical skills and a strategic mindset.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary liaison to the organization, representing client needs.
• Consult on strategic business priorities to identify high-value solutions.

Skills

Excel

Tableau

PowerBI

Data literacy

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field

8+ years of experience in related field

Tools

Data visualization platforms

Business intelligence tools

Job description

Technology Strategy Analyst, Contractor – 6+ months – 100% remote

• Act as the primary liaison to the organization, representing your clients needs and driving alignment with broader capabilities and initiatives.
• Consult on strategic business priorities to identify solutions that offer the highest value and greatest impact.
• Facilitate collaboration across stakeholders and teams to ensure seamless execution, prioritization, and follow-through of efforts. Monitor progress and outcomes to ensure solutions are delivering value and meeting the needs of stakeholders.
• Educate business partners in BI tools, capabilities, and data literacy concepts to foster a culture of data-driven decision‑making.
• Help define, refine, and translate business needs into data questions, metrics, and solutions that align with Operational goals.
• Identify overlapping business needs and opportunities to scale solutions across teams for greater efficiency and impact.
• Serve as a change agent – helping leaders adopt new ways of thinking about and using data through consultative guidance and empathetic support.
• Stay informed about the IT roadmap and upcoming initiatives to proactively guide business partners and manage expectations.
• Maintain clear, concise documentation of needs and decisions.

Skills

• Proficient in tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization platforms (e.g., Tableau, PowerBI); not expected to be a technical expert but comfortable working within a business intelligence ecosystem.
• Strong understanding of how data and analytics support business operations, particularly within underwriting domains.
• Strategic thinker with strong problem‑solving skills and a systems mindset; able to ask the right questions, synthesize insights across lines of business, and guide stakeholders through ambiguity.
• Solid understanding of financial services product offerings, distribution channels, and the competitive landscape, with the ability to translate external trends into internal strategy.
• Familiarity with one or more operational domains (e.g., Pharma, Biotech, or Life Science etc.), with the ability to tailor analytics solutions to the unique needs and workflows of each area.
• Proven ability to communicate the strategic value of data and analytics, and to guide cross‑functional stakeholders in developing and adopting data strategies across business units.
• Exposure to business intelligence concepts such as KPIs vs metrics, data governance, or data literacy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust, influence without authority, and communicate complex concepts clearly to non‑technical audiences.
• Excellent documentation skills with the ability to clearly capture and communicate business needs, statuses, and outcomes to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple initiatives while maintaining attention to detail and a focus on value.
• Ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments and drive alignment across diverse perspectives.
• Experience in supporting change management efforts or influencing adoption of new tools, processes, or cultural shifts.
• Adept at identifying themes, synthesizing information, and drawing meaningful insights from conversations and data.

Education

• 8+ years of experience in business intelligence, internal consulting, relationship management, or strategy‑focused role [With Bachelors Degree]
• 10+ years of experience in business intelligence, internal consulting, relationship management, or strategy‑focused role [Without Bachelors degree]