Strategy & Innovation Analyst — Hybrid, Data-Driven Impact

Allied Talent Partners; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A mission-driven talent marketplace is seeking a Strategy & Innovation Associate to drive strategic planning and innovation initiatives. This hybrid role, based in Johannesburg, will support the Director of Strategy & Innovation through data analysis, project management, and market intelligence to identify growth opportunities. Candidates should have 3-5 years of relevant experience, ideally from top-tier consulting firms, and strong skills in communication and analytics. Proficiency in tools like Power BI and strong analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in consulting, strategy, business analytics, or related field.
• Top-tier consulting experience (McKinsey, Bain, BCG) preferred.
• Proficiency in data visualisation tools and advanced Excel is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic planning and innovation initiatives.
• Conduct market intelligence and scenario modeling.
• Design innovation experiments and assess emerging technologies.
• Support operational efficiency and process improvement.

Skills

Strategic Communication

Analytical Rigor

Project Management

Visual Storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, economics, engineering or a related field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Excel

Job description

A mission-driven talent marketplace is seeking a Strategy & Innovation Associate to drive strategic planning and innovation initiatives. This hybrid role, based in Johannesburg, will support the Director of Strategy & Innovation through data analysis, project management, and market intelligence to identify growth opportunities. Candidates should have 3-5 years of relevant experience, ideally from top-tier consulting firms, and strong skills in communication and analytics. Proficiency in tools like Power BI and strong analytical skills are essential.