Business Analyst

Description:

We are currently representing a fantastic business based in North Kent that is looking to recruit a Business Analyst. This is a newly created role working for an organisation that operates on a global scale.

Are you an analytical professional who thrives in a fast-paced business environment? If so, we are looking for a highly capable Business Analyst to work directly alongside the Managing Director, providing financial and commercial insight, performance analysis, and strategic support across the business.

This role will play a key part in driving performance, accountability, and executive-level decision-making.

The Role

Working closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in analysing business performance, identifying opportunities for improvement, and ensuring key priorities and strategic initiatives remain on track.

You will provide clear, actionable insights that support business growth and operational effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

Analyse business, financial, and operational data to support executive decision-making

Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis alongside finance teams

Identify trends, risks, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities

Prepare executive briefings, summaries, and analytical reports

Monitor the progress of strategic projects and follow up on key actions

Liaise with senior managers to gather information and drive accountability

Track KPIs and produce concise performance reports and dashboards

Support MD-led projects, business improvement initiatives, and change activity

About You

You will be:

Highly analytical with strong commercial awareness

A confident communicator who can engage effectively with senior stakeholders

Comfortable presenting insights and constructively challenging assumptions

Self-motivated, organised, and capable of working autonomously

Professional, discreet, and trusted with confidential information

Adaptable and calm under pressure within a dynamic environment

Skills & Experience

Strong analytical and data interpretation skills working in a similar role 

Advanced Excel and/or Google Sheets capability

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong commercial and financial awareness

Previous experience within financial, business, or commercial analysis

Degree qualified in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related discipline

Experience using BI/reporting tools such as Power BI or Tableau

The company is offering a competitive salary and benefits package, including a hybrid working model. If this sounds like you and you have the required experience then apply today! 

Please note, due to the expected high volume of applicants, only suitable candidates will be contacted