Strategy Lead Analyst - M&A

We are seeking a high-performing and intellectually curious Strategy Analyst to join our Strategy team. The ideal candidate will possess a foundational understanding of the credit ratings industry, a strong analytical mindset, and a demonstrated ability to support the execution of strategic initiatives through strong project management capabilities. This individual will work closely with senior strategy professionals and cross-functional teams to support the development, execution, and communication of the firm’s strategic priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support the execution of divisional strategic initiatives by contributing to business case development, project tracking, and stakeholder coordination.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis, leveraging Excel and presentation tools, to evaluate strategic opportunities and assess key market trends.
• Perform competitive benchmarking, web-based research, and industry analysis to inform business decisions and support market entry or expansion strategies.
• Assist in preparing executive-level materials, including strategy presentations, financial models, and briefing notes for senior leadership.
• Support the tracking and governance of strategic projects, including milestone tracking, status reporting, and cross-team collaboration.
• Help coordinate stakeholder inputs across commercial, analytical, operational, and technology functions.
• Monitor and synthesize industry trends, regulatory developments, and macroeconomic indicators relevant to the credit ratings business.
• Contribute to the preparation of internal communication materials that articulate strategic priorities and progress updates for leadership and broader organizational audiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• Prior professional experience (at least, 5 years) in strategy, consulting, investment banking, or a related analytical function.
• Demonstrated understanding of the credit ratings industry, financial services, or capital markets.
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and data presentation; capable of producing high-quality analysis and visual storytelling.
• Strong organizational and program management skills, with an ability to work on multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Clear and concise communicator with excellent attention to detail and a proactive, collaborative mindset.
• Highly motivated, with strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with strategic frameworks and financial modeling concepts.

Exposure to financial research platforms (e.g., S&P Capital IQ, Bloomberg).