Graduate Analyst: Research & Strategy

FirstRand Limited; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstRand Limited invites you to contribute to various projects and initiatives while honing your skills and knowledge. This opportunity lets you apply an academic background, learn from experienced professionals, collaborate with teams to understand business objectives, and participate in projects aligned with the organisation's goals.

You will conduct research on industry trends, support decision-making, prepare clear reports and presentations, and showcase initiative through continuous

Qualifications

• To apply an academic background, learn from experienced professionals, and contribute meaningfully to the team's objectives
• Collaborate with various teams to understand business objectives and contribute to strategic planning
• Participate in projects and assignments that align with the organisation's goals and your career interests.
• Conduct thorough research and analysis on industry trends, market dynamics, and competitive landscapes to support decision-making processes
• Provide assistance in respective projects to ensure timely delivery of work
• Prepare clear and concise documentation, reports, and presentations summarising findings, and where appropriate, insights and recommendations, from various projects and analyses
• Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to identify issues, propose solutions and implement corrective measures to enhance efficiencies
• Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders to ensure alignment and progress towards objectives
• Learn and apply industry best practices and stay updated with the latest trends
• Receive and respond to feedback constructively to improve performance and skills
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and professional development

Responsibilities

• To contribute to various projects and initiatives while honing skills and knowledge
• To apply an academic background, learn from experienced professionals, and contribute meaningfully to the team's objectives
• Collaborate with various teams to understand business objectives and contribute to strategic planning
• Participate in projects and assignments that align with the organisation's goals and your career interests.
• Conduct thorough research and analysis on industry trends, market dynamics, and competitive landscapes to support decision-making processes
• Provide assistance in respective projects to ensure timely delivery of work
• Prepare clear and concise documentation, reports, and presentations summarising findings, and where appropriate, insights and recommendations, from various projects and analyses
• Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to identify issues, propose solutions and implement corrective measures to enhance efficiencies
• Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders to ensure alignment and progress towards objectives
• Learn and apply industry best practices and stay updated with the latest trends
• Receive and respond to feedback constructively to improve performance and skills
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and professional development

Job description

FirstRand Limited invites you to contribute to various projects and initiatives while honing your skills and knowledge. This opportunity lets you apply an academic background, learn from experienced professionals, collaborate with teams to understand business objectives, and participate in projects aligned with the organisation's goals.

You will conduct research on industry trends, support decision-making, prepare clear reports and presentations, and showcase initiative through continuous