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The Strategic Advisor is a seasoned subject matter expert, responsible for providing strategic guidance and advice to business stakeholders to help them achieve their organizational goals and objectives. This role works with a variety of stakeholders within a business area(s) to create short-term to medium-term strategic plans to help improve its operations to increase overall profitability.
Job Responsibility
Provides strategic advice to management stakeholders on how the organization can improve its operations to increase profitability
Examines financial reports to identify areas of weakness that may require additional investment
Monitors industry trends to identify opportunities and threats to the business model
Identifies external factors that could affect the success of the business operations
Assesses the strengths and weaknesses of competitors so that strategies can be developed to beat the competition
Analyses market trends to determine which products and / or services will be most profitable for organization to invest in
Works with management stakeholders to create short-term to medium-term strategic plans to achieve business objectives
May recommend changes such as changes to organizational structures or business processes etc. that will increase efficiencies
Performs any other strategic advisory task as requested by management / leadership
Requirements
Seasoned understanding required of the specific industry
Ability to find solutions to challenging and often complex problems
Seasoned analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data and make data-driven strategic recommendations
Excellent communication and presentation skills to articulate complex ideas and influence decision-makers
Strategic mindset with the ability to think critically, anticipate future challenges, and develop proactive solutions
Seasoned business acumen and understanding of market dynamics and industry trends
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities
Collaborative, with the capacity to build positive relationships with stakeholders at all levels
Demonstrates a high level of professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or related field preferred
Seasoned experience as a strategic advisor, management consultant, or in a similar strategic consultancy role
Seasoned experienced working within a global matrixed organization
Seasoned experience guiding on strategic projects and the success outcomes of those projects