Vice President of Strategic Analysis

Overview

The Vice President of Strategic Analysis plays a crucial leadership role in steering the organization's strategic analysis, market research, business intelligence, and corporate planning functions. Acting as a key advisor to the executive team, this position delivers insightful, data-backed perspectives that influence major decisions, drive long-term growth plans, assess investment and competitive landscapes, and optimize operational outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement a company-wide strategic analysis framework aligned with long-range corporate objectives.
• Perform detailed market, financial, operational, and competitive analyses to uncover growth prospects.
• Present strategic recommendations derived from both quantitative data and qualitative insights to executive leaders.
• Assist with formulating corporate strategic plans, annual goals, and forecasts over extended periods.
• Manage enterprise business intelligence programs, including executive reporting mechanisms and dashboard creation.
• Analyze various indicators such as financial results, operational KPIs, customer behaviors, and market trends using predictive analytics and advanced modeling.
• Keep abreast of industry trends, competitor movements, regulatory updates, and emerging technologies to inform strategic positioning.
• Conduct assessments of market size, customer segments, and opportunity areas while recommending approaches to enhance competitive advantage.
• Lead financial analysis efforts including modeling, investment evaluation, mergers and acquisitions scrutiny, and scenario planning in collaboration with Finance.
• Serve as a strategic partner across departments such as Finance, Operations, Product, Sales, Marketing, Technology, and Corporate Development, supporting cross-functional initiatives.
• Deliver presentations and reports to senior leadership and board members, facilitating strategic discussions and reviews.
• Develop and guide a team of analysts and market researchers, fostering innovation, learning, and data-driven culture while managing departmental resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, Statistics, Management, or related discipline; advanced degrees like MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years progressive leadership experience in strategy, business intelligence, corporate planning, consulting or investment analysis roles.
• Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, analytic techniques, forecasting, competitive intelligence, and corporate performance management.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, analytical, and leadership capabilities with a track record influencing top executives.
• Preferred experience in industries such as fintech, blockchain, cryptocurrency, SaaS, financial services, or technology sectors.
• Proficiency with BI tools (Tableau, Power BI, Looker, Qlik, etc.) and familiarity with SQL, Python, R, AI analytics, predictive modeling highly valued.
• Hands-on involvement in M&A, venture investments, or corporate development strongly advantageous.
• Global business acumen and understanding of international market strategies beneficial.
• Relevant professional certifications in strategy, analytics, finance, or project management a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

• Attractive executive-level salary and performance bonuses.
• Opportunities for long-term incentives and equity participation.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.
• Paid executive leave alongside observed company holidays.
• Access to professional development and executive leadership programs.
• Employee wellness initiatives and assistance services.
• Potential for international travel depending on business needs.