Strategic Analyst at Santam Insurance

JOB DESCRIPTION
As a strong contributor in a small and dynamic team, the candidate will be expected to generate strategic & market intelligence (SI & MI) for the Group Strategy process and support in the planning and engagements within such process. The candidate will also assist in the monitoring, tracking and reporting on the progress against key strategy objectives on a quarterly basis. Besides a strong analytical mind and an interest in environmental scanning, strategic monitoring and analysis, the candidate also needs to have strong interpersonal skills; an aptitude to learn how to effect strategic change in a large organisation; and a positive attitude towards personal learning and development. Flexibility and adaptability are therefore crucial. Key activities will include:

1. Content generation & dissemination
1.1 Analysis, insights & co-ordination

•  Analyse and distil data to highlight key themes and trends
•  Ensure efficient and effective processes are in place to gather, process and communicate SI & MI
•  Build effective relationships with key stakeholders in the SI & MI process

1.2 Scanning, communication & engagement

•  Conduct scanning activities for current and relevant information about the contextual, transactional industry and business dynamics
•  Categorise/translate information and insights into summary reports / presentations that are fit for consumption by senior managers
•  Present and test insights with senior managers and facilitate discussion to deepen understanding of business implications

2. Process support

•  Assist in the design and facilitation of the Santam Group Strategy process and other relevant strategic processes.
• Formulate plans to support processes and play a coordinating role
•  Build productive relationships with key stakeholders in these processes
• Strategic Monitoring and Tracking
•   Assist in the compilation of the quarterly performance dashboard. This involves sourcing data, building frameworks, analysis and interpretation

What will make you successful in this role?
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

•  A relevant degree
•  At least 3-years working experience in a professional environment
•  Experiences in analysis and environmental scanning are preferred
•  Experience in Financial Services preferred

SKILLS

•  Thinking
•  Ability to think clearly, apply own mind to generate insights and be creative
•  Ability to analyse, interpret and translate data into relevant strategic and market intelligence

 Engagement

•  Ability to engage with the team and other key stakeholders
•  Sound written & verbal communication skills
•  Presentation skills
•  Communication and facilitation skills
•  Numerical and data manipulation skills

 Others

•  Ability to credibly represent the Group Strategy Unit
•  Self-motivation and self-management
•  Business basics
•  Computer literacy – PowerPoint, Word and Excel

KNOWLEDGE

•  Commercial awareness and an understanding of industry and business dynamics
•  Research and competitor analysis

Knowledge and Skills

• Strategic Planning
• Forecasting
• Business Knowledge
• Research
• Business proposals and analysis around new opportunities
• Personal Attributes
• Interpersonal savvy - Contributing through others
• Manages complexity - Contributing through others
• Plans and aligns - Contributing through others
• Optimises work processes - Contributing through others
• Build a successful career with us
• We’re all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future – your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping  our employees to realise their worth. Through its four business clusters – Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Emerging Markets, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office – the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.

Core Competencies

• Cultivates innovation - Contributing through others
• Customer focus - Contributing through others
• Drives results - Contributing through others
• Collaborates - Contributing through others
• Being resilient - Contributing through others
• Turnaround time
• The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.