Business Growth Analyst

JOB INTRODUCTION

To support the Business Strategy & Development team with analysis, research, financial modelling and project management across multiple initiatives to support the long-term development of the WG&S Group.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITY

• Support the delivery of strategic initiatives for WG&S senior leaders, including regional and market strategy development, RTM analysis and M&A opportunity assessment
• Undertake competitive analysis, monitoring the performance of our competitive set and analysing the development of spirits and alcoholic beverage markets around the world
• Autonomously establish financial and other analytical models to understand the impact of our strategic choices, RTM decisions and potential M&A investments
• Support the corporate planning cycle and development of the company 5-year plan
• Partner with cross-functional teams to prepare business cases on key strategic decisions
• Help develop Board-ready presentation materials including competitive reviews for our Business Unit and Executive Boards
• Support the management of BS&D analytical tools, data and research materials

JOB OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE

Essential:

• 1-2 years' experience in FP&A / Strategy within the consumer space, investment banking, equity research, accountancy or consultancy / advisory
• Educated to degree level, preferably in a business related or accountancy subject
• Evidence of analytical and financial modelling skills, including experience of working with analytical tools and processes around business case scenarios, on-going performance, financial, market and competitive analyses
• Able to work effectively as part of a team
• Driven to deliver quality results on time and in a highly ethical and professional manner
• Comfortable operating in a demanding, fast-paced environment and capable of reacting swiftly to changing business demands
• Self-reliant with solid business judgment
• Excellent presentation skills and an eye for detail
• Excellent influencing skills to effectively communicate at all levels of the business
• The role has a global remit and may require the successful candidate to travel as well as successfully operate across different cultures

Desirable:

• Professional accounting or other financial qualification (e.g. CFA)
• Knowledge and understanding of the international drinks landscape, ideally spirits
• Understanding of the trading complexities involved in emerging markets as well as the commercial challenges faced in developed western markets.

JOB WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• We offer a competitive salary and benefits which are designed to promote our employees financial wellbeing. Employees are also eligible to participate in a bonus plan.
• Our employees enjoy a generous holiday entitlement and an opportunity to 'buy' or 'sell' some holiday entitlement.
• Private Healthcare and Doctor@Hand (remote GP service).
• Our employees can join a defined contribution pension plan. Employees contribute either 4% or 5% of salary, the company contributes 8% or 10% depending on the employee contribution. Employee contributions can be made through salary sacrifice.
• Our Employee Assistance Programme offers practical, impartial support on everyday matters ranging from medical, financial and legal to home and family issues.
• Our Life Assurance cover is a multiple of eight times your annual basic salary.
• Product allocation so that you can enjoy our fantastic portfolio of brands.
• Our Cycle to Work scheme allows you to hire a bike for an agreed length of time, and then snap it up for a fraction of its original value. All while making savings (at least 25%) and spreading the cost.
• Every employee has the opportunity to claim up to £1,000 per year for a charity or charities for which they have raised money, volunteered their time or personally donated.
• Learning resources to help you be your best self.