Analyst : South Africa

Andaman Partners; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A global business solutions firm in Cape Town seeks a Project Manager (Operations) or Content Manager. The role involves data research and analysis, report writing, and strategic project support. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, 3-5 years of consulting experience, and strong skills in PowerPoint and Excel. A keen interest in Asia and Emerging Markets is preferred. Join a dynamic, multi-cultural team where you can impact global business initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of work experience in strategy or consulting.
• Must have English proficiency.
• Keen interest in Asia and Emerging Markets.

Responsibilities

• Data and information research and analysis.
• Writing presentations and documents.
• Internal support on strategic projects.

Skills

Strong PowerPoint skills

Excellent communication skills

Advanced data research skills

Quantitative problem-solving skills

Ability to handle pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, economics, finance, or statistics

MBA or post-graduate degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Reports to : .

Project Manager (Operations) or Content Manager & Lead : Market Research

Role Overview

This role works with our international team and across our ANDAMAN Advisory and ANDAMAN Trade businesses with key tasks as follows :

• Data and information research and analysis.
• Writing incisive presentations and documents.
• Internal support on strategic projects and initiatives.
• Marketing content support.

Core Responsibilities

• Research, analysis, synthesis, report writing and editing, etc. Desk and field research : Gather data, information, external research and other inputs across different sources.
• Analysis of data, information and sourced input to arrive at logical insights : Strategic analysis of e.g., economic data and trends, sectoral / industry developments, value chain analysis, competitive landscaping, competitor analysis, customer analysis, channel strategies, financial analysis, strategic mapping, cluster analysis, marketing strategies, company competitive positioning, company financials, etc.
• Quantitative data analysis, spreadsheets and business modeling (in Excel).
• Identifying and prioritizing key issues for further analysis and rigorous deep-dive assessment.
• Synthesis of overall research findings and analysis to develop holistic and digestible key messages / insights (across industries and sub-disciplines).
• Final report construction : Design, development, integration, editing, polishing.
• Client report design, construction and editing / refining (in Word / PowerPoint).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, economics, finance, or statistics; MBA or post-graduate degree preferred.
• Minimum 3-5 years of work experience in strategy or consulting.
• Strong PowerPoint and Excel skills.
• Excellent communication and writing / presentation skills
• Must have a structured thought process and advanced data research, analysis and management skills.
• Ability to handle pressure, work with tight deadlines and effectively multi-task.
• Must have English proficiency.
• Keen interest in and knowledge of Asia and Emerging Markets.
• Demonstrated track record of strong research, analysis and quantitative and conceptual problem-solving skills combined with business acumen.
• Solid functional knowledge of strategy, economics, statistics, consulting, trade, manufacturing, supply chain, etc.
• Ability to work in teams with colleagues from diverse cultures and backgrounds and time zones.
• International experience (1-2 years, outside home country) preferred; interest to further develop an international career.

How to apply

If you are interested in working in a dynamic, multi-cultural environment where you can make a difference by sharing your skills, experience and commitment to excellence, please send your CV to .

About ANDAMAN PARTNERS

ANDAMAN PARTNERS provides Global Cross-Border Business Solutions.

We support international business ventures and growth, help launch global initiatives and accelerate successful expansion across borders via three units :

• ANDAMAN Investment — Providing seed and growth capital to early-stage companies.
• ANDAMAN Advisory — Transaction origination & execution support; strategy formulation & implementation support.
• ANDAMAN Trade — Making complex international value chains work.