In-House Strategy Associate — Global Growth & Leadership Exposure

Darwin Hawkins; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Darwin Hawkins is seeking a Strategy Associate to join its in‑house corporate strategy team in Dublin on a hybrid basis. The role offers a salary of €75k-€85k DOE plus bonus and benefits, with exposure to senior leadership and global strategic initiatives.

The ideal candidate will bring 2-4 years in strategy consulting, strong analytical capability and a passion for transitioning into an in‑house corporate strategy role within a large multinational.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years' experience in strategy consulting, ideally within a leading consulting firm
• Experience delivering corporate strategy, commercial strategy, market entry, growth strategy or strategic transformation projects
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with experience developing commercial insights and strategic recommendations
• Excellent financial and commercial acumen, including experience analysing markets, business performance and growth opportunities
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and present complex information clearly
• An interest in transitioning from consulting into an in‑house strategy role within a large international business

Responsibilities

• Corporate Strategy - Supporting the development and execution of strategic initiatives across international business units
• Growth Strategy - Evaluating new markets, commercial opportunities and potential areas for business expansion
• Commercial Analysis - Conducting detailed financial and commercial analysis to support strategic investment and business decisions
• Market Intelligence - Analysing industry developments, competitor activity and emerging market trends to identify opportunities and risks
• Strategic Projects - Working on cross‑functional projects that address key commercial and operational priorities
• Senior Leadership Engagement - Developing strategic recommendations, presentations and business cases for senior management
• Long‑Term Planning - Supporting strategic planning, scenario analysis and the assessment of future business opportunities

Job description

Darwin Hawkins is seeking a Strategy Associate to join its in‑house corporate strategy team in Dublin on a hybrid basis. The role offers a salary of €75k-€85k DOE plus bonus and benefits, with exposure to senior leadership and global strategic initiatives.

The ideal candidate will bring 2-4 years in strategy consulting, strong analytical capability and a passion for transitioning into an in‑house corporate strategy role within a large multinational.