Business Strategy Analyst

Business Strategy Analyst Location: London, UK About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use): 11 Location: London Department: RVS Growth, Business Development & Operations Reports to: Head of Business Operations The Team: The Risk & Valuations Services (RVS) Business Operations team is a strategic hub within S&P Global Market Intelligence dedicated to optimizing the efficiency and effectiveness of the RVS organization. As a central pillar of the Growth, Business Development & Operations (GBDO) group, this team acts as a critical partner to business leaders, driving sustained success through operational excellence, proactive performance management, and strategic planning. Responsibilities and Impact: Lead the development of strategic narratives and executive-ready presentations for management and divisional Operating Committee meetings as well as the board., Advise senior leadership on complex business issues and recommendations around capital allocation and opportunities to facilitate accelerated growth. Define success metrics, maintain performance dashboards, and track progress against strategic objectives (OKRs/KPIs), recommending course corrections and innovative approaches to less clearly defined demands. Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Product, Operations, and Technology, influencing peers and senior stakeholders to ensure strategic priorities are well understood, aligned, and actionable. Contribute significantly to initiatives that improve operational efficiencies and sustain long-term value creation, leveraging previous experiences and curiosity to weave in new methodologies, processes, and approaches. What We’re Looking For: Basic Required Qualifications: An S&P Global employee at this level would typically have 2-4 years of experience in strategy, consulting, corporate development, financial planning & analysis (FP&A), or business operations, with a proven ability to structure ambiguous problems and deliver clear recommendations. Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint for executive audiences. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to integrate and convey complex information to a senior audience. A pragmatic decision-maker who understands trade-offs and operational realities, translating complex analysis into clear plans, owners, timelines, and measurable outcomes. Exemplary adaptability, able to work effectively with incomplete or conflicting data and identify viable options in non-routine situations. We require all external candidates who reach the final stage of our interview process to attend at least one in-person interview, which is ordinarily at your nearest S&P Global office. This must be completed before we can proceed to an offer. All employees are required to work from the office a minimum of 2 days per week. Additional Preferred Qualifications: Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) to translate complex analysis into actionable insights. Demonstrated expertise in building financial and analytical models, such as revenue forecasting and scenario analysis. Return to Work: Have you taken time out for caring responsibilities and are now looking to return to work? As part of our Return-to-Work initiative, Restart, we are encouraging enthusiastic and talented returners to apply and will actively support your return to the workplace. 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We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference. Our Values: Integrity, Discovery, Partnership Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals. Benefits: We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global. Our benefits include: Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body. Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on. Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills. Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs. Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families. Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference. For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global: At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. 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