Strategy & Planning Analyst Global Operations & Technology

Strategy & Planning Analyst Global Operations & Technology

As a global leader in insurance broking and risk management, Marsh helps our clients succeed by defining, designing, and delivering innovative, industry-specific solutions that help them effectively manage risk.

We are looking for talented professionals to join the Global Operations team within Marsh's Operations & Technology division.

What can you expect?

• Responsibilities of the role include development of strategic frameworks and thought leadership, conducting primary & secondary research, data analysis, financial modeling and presentations around strategic growth areas for Marsh.
• The person will be responsible for supporting the Central Team and Divisional O&T leaders to shape and deliver strategic goals in support of a multi-year transformational program.

What is in it for you?

• A company with a strong Brand and strong results to match
• Culture of internal mobility, collaboration and valued partnership with HR from the business
• Competitive pay, full benefits package starting day one (medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, life insurance, generous 401k match AND automatic contribution
• Generous paid time off for vacation, sick, company holidays and time to give back to your community
• Employee Resource Groups, which provide access to leaders, relevant volunteer and mentoring opportunities and interactions with counterparts in industry groups and client organizations

We will count on you to:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Develop and deliver structured and impactful presentation materials for discussions with leadership
• Ability to develop relationships with both regional and global businesses and work with groups across various functions (finance, marketing, legal, etc.)
• Ability to clearly negotiate expectations with colleagues at different levels in the organization (including executive management)
• Ability to prepare, structure and run strategy off-sites with the business, preparing pre-reading materials and facilitating on the day
• Capacity to work in an entrepreneurial manner within a team environment

Highly strategic and serve as thought leader, ability to structure ambiguity

• Able to translate business knowledge & expertise into vision with actionable activities
• Develop a good understanding of how to develop a target operating model, at both the international / global level and within an individual business / country
• Create alignment across multiple stakeholders and viewpoints, driving convergence where needed
• Ability to distinguish between 'no regrets', 'optionality' and 'key trade-off' decisions and prioritize appropriately Insight to foresee and flexibility to adjust strategy and / or direction when needed

Excellent research, analytical, project management, execution, and leadership skills

• Organize and lead meetings (or sessions) where needed with relevant stakeholders to drive insights, track progress, and solicit feedback
• Develop and maintain business cases by program and function (including costs, benefits, ROI etc.)
• Develop and maintain execution plans and report on the progress of the plan to appropriate stakeholders on a regular basis
• Ensure key assignments are prioritized appropriately and driven forward as needed
• Lead detailed analyses, distill findings from various stakeholders, synthesize, and put into a structured framework or report
• Ensure successful project management and communication around tracking progress
• Oversee / conduct analysis of market opportunities through primary / secondary research pro-actively identify opportunities based on regular market scanning / intelligence
• Build own relationships with 3rd parties in the markets that are of interest to Marsh (e.g. Insurtech players, other advisors, etc)

What you need to have:

• Minimum 4 years of related work experience
• Bachelor's degree
• Highly proficient in PowerPoint and Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Superior analytical and problem solving skills, critical thinking
• Highly collaborative work style, ability to work in a team-focused environment, yet must be able to work effectively independently
• Time management skills
• Strong attention to detail

What makes you stand out:

• Management consulting or strategy development experience a plus
• Background in or affinity with insurance a plus

Marsh is the world's leading insurance broker and risk adviser. With over 35,000 colleagues operating in more than 130 countries, Marsh serves commercial and individual clients with data driven risk solutions and advisory services. Marsh is a business of Marsh & McLennan Companies (NYSE: MMC), the leading global professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people. With annual revenue approaching US $17 billion and 76,000 colleagues worldwide, MMC helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment through four market-leading businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer, and Oliver Wyman. Follow Marsh on Twitter @MarshGlobal; LinkedIn; Facebook; and YouTube, or subscribe to BRINK.

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