Business Strategy Associate

Job description

About Talent House Ltd: 

We are a leading recruitment and HR consulting firm that operates as a link between people and companies in achieving a shared purpose. We offer creative, effective and flexible solutions that not only help individuals discover their career paths but provide organizations with talent they can recruit, develop and retain. 

About the role:

Our Client is seeking a dynamic and proactive individual to join their team as a Business Strategy Associate. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting the Country Manager in executing strategic initiatives and managing day-to-day operations, while also contributing to the formulation and implementation of business strategies to drive sustainable growth and expansion. 

Key Responsibilities:

Business Strategy and Planning:

Conduct market research and analysis to identify growth opportunities, emerging trends, and competitive dynamics within the sector.
Assist in the formulation and implementation of strategic plans, business development initiatives, and expansion projects.
Analyze financial data, performance metrics, and operational KPIs to assess business performance and inform decision-making.
Support the development of business cases, feasibility studies, and investment proposals for new projects and ventures.
Collaborate with other team members on strategic initiatives of the company 
Gather market intelligence on industry trends and competition, supporting continuous evaluation of strategic aims and informed decision-making

Project Management:

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project execution, monitor progress, and ensure timely delivery of milestones.
Assist in project planning, resource allocation, and risk management activities.
Track project budgets, expenditures, and financial forecasts to ensure alignment with strategic objectives and operational targets.

Communication and Stakeholder Engagement:

Facilitate communication and coordination between internal departments, external partners, and regulatory authorities.
Assist in the preparation of communications materials, press releases, and marketing collateral to promote the brand and initiatives.
Engage with community stakeholders, local leaders, and government agencies to foster positive relationships and support community development initiatives.

Desired Skills and Experience 

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, or a related field. MBA or advanced degree preferred.
3+ years of experience in strategy consulting, business development, project management.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders and build relationships at all levels.
Proven organizational abilities, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and project management tools.
Demonstrated commitment to sustainability, social responsibility, and community engagement.
Exceptional analytical, problem solving and presentation/report writing skills, combined with a good understanding of business dynamics and commercial value drivers.
Highly motivated, committed, and flexible when dealing with changing priorities and strict deadlines.
Ability to work independently and build effective working relationships internally and externally.
Self-starter with superior work ethic and uncompromising personal integrity
Demonstrated ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment with limited supervision (including proactively seeking guidance when needed)

Competencies:

Project management – Proven ability to effectively manage different aspects of a project
Stakeholder relations & management – Excellent people skills, ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels
Strong numerical and analytical skills combined with sound commercial acumen.
Ability to assess technical information to distill key strategic insights and convey them succinctly and confidently orally and in written form.
At ease working remotely and with online collaboration tools

Compensation:

The incumbent will receive a competitive salary commensurate with experience.

To Apply:

Please send your CV to careers@talenthousepeople.com  before the  2nd of February, 2026.