Strategy Analyst - 12 months FTC

Strategy Analyst

We're looking for a Strategy Analyst to become the go to expert for revenue performance analysis and dimensional insight within our business.

What You'll Do

• Deliver daily dimensional analysis of revenue performance, producing key reports to identify variances and trends that inform strategic decisions.
• Assimilate knowledge across commercial functions, scrutinising revenue expectations and communicating findings to drive long term learning and decision making.
• Maintain and enhance mathematical models that underpin performance analysis, ensuring accurate forecasting and strategic guidance.
• Aggregate and analyse forecasts from multiple data sources, supporting annual and quarterly budget submissions and presenting insights to stakeholders.
• Monitor industry trends, socioeconomic drivers, and competitor activity to identify risks and opportunities, supporting mitigation strategies.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders, fostering collaboration and delivering recommendations that shape short and long term strategy.

What We're Looking For

• Strong analytical skills with experience in data modelling and forecasting.
• Ability to interpret complex data and communicate insights clearly to diverse audiences.
• Commercial awareness and understanding of industry dynamics.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Final salary pension
• Free travel on Avanti West Coast for you/spouse/partner/dependents
• Privilege Travel card (75% off other train operators fares for leisure travel)
• 30 days holiday rising by 1 for every completed year of service to a maximum of 37 days (inclusive of bank holidays)
• 10 free journeys on other First Group Train Operators

We welcome individuals of all races, religions, ages, genders, gender identities, sexual orientations and abilities. Our goal is to reflect the communities we serve and create an environment where everyone feels valued and heard.