Senior Business Analyst
Company Overview:
A fast-growing maritime technology platform, backed by leading industry players, dedicated to reshaping the future of seafarer lives. Its ecosystem spans safety wearables, wellness solutions, and fintech services-all designed to improve the wellbeing and financial empowerment of seafarers worldwide.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a Senior Business Analyst to drive data-backed decision-making and support strategic growth initiatives across the group. This role is ideal for an analytically strong, commercially minded professional who can translate complex data into actionable insights, support leadership in evaluating opportunities, and contribute to the company's financial and strategic objectives. Working closely with the Corporate Development and Finance teams, you will play a critical role in ensuring decisions are grounded in rigorous analysis and aligned with the long-term growth agenda.
Key Responsibilities:
- Financial Modelling & Business Analysis
- Build and maintain detailed financial models to evaluate performance, profitability, and valuation scenarios.
- Conduct scenario and sensitivity analyses to assess the impact of strategic and operational decisions.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes across group companies.
- Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for management decision-making.
- Market & Competitive Research
- Perform market, industry, and competitive analyses to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.
- Prepare sectoral reports and benchmarks to guide strategic direction and investment priorities.
- Synthesize research findings into business recommendations for leadership.
- Strategic Planning & Corporate Development Support
- Collaborate with Corporate Development and Finance teams on strategic initiatives, partnerships, and new business evaluations.
- Contribute to investment or partnership assessments through analytical and financial due diligence.
- Monitor portfolio company performance, identify improvement areas, and track success metrics.
- Investor Materials & Executive Reporting
- Prepare high-quality investor presentations, fundraising materials, and management reports.
- Develop pitch decks, dashboards, and strategic briefing documents for stakeholders.
- Ensure clarity and consistency of messaging across investor and leadership communications.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with product, operations, and finance teams to align business plans with strategic goals.
- Provide analytical support in internal reviews and project discussions.
- Assist in implementing tools, processes, and reporting mechanisms to enhance visibility and decision making.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field.
- Professional certification in financial analysis, corporate strategy, or data analytics (e.g., CFA, CFM) is an advantage.
- 6-8 years of professional experience in strategy, finance, consulting, or within technology-driven startups.
- Strong analytical background with expertise in financial modelling, market analysis, and business case development.
- Advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint; experience preparing high-quality presentations and reports.
- Proven ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable insights.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Self-starter with adaptability, intellectual curiosity, and comfort in fast-paced environments.
- Passion for technology, innovation, and data-driven problem solving, with interest in sectors such as maritime, industrial tech, or fintech.
If you are interested, please apply online today. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussion.
Selby Jennings is a trading style of Phaidon International (License number R25157955).
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