3-7 years of experience, ideally in strategy consulting or a related field.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to synthesize complex data.
Keen interest in the chemicals and materials industry.
Effective communication and presentation skills for articulating complex ideas.
Fluency in English with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Drive independent workstreams or small strategic projects alongside project managers.
Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses to shape strategies and performance.
Visualize findings and develop compelling presentations for senior leadership.
Build relationships and collaborate with GBU and stakeholders to push initiatives forward.
Mentor junior team members to promote a culture of learning.
Adapt to remote collaboration with teams across regions, especially in Europe.
Benefits
16+ weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave.
Access to a training platform for all employees.
Free language courses with 24 options available.
Well-being sessions offered for physical and psychological health.
Full Job Description
A strategy associate to independently contribute to the Strategy & Corporate Planning team activities.
Are you ready to dive into the heart of corporate strategy? We are seeking an enthusiastic strategy associate to join our team and contribute to our mission of strategic excellence.
The specific content of the role can and will vary depending on project requests, which typically range from 3 weeks to 3 months.
The Strategy & Corporate Planning team is in charge of the Group's corporate strategy: portfolio strategy, group transformation projects, etc. Additionally, the team works in close collaboration with the GBU strategy teams and M&A team on strategic projects such as value creation plans, new value pool assessments/M&A strategy, M&A commercial due diligence etc.
We count on you to:
Drive your own workstream(s) or small strategic project, working hand in hand with project managers or senior members of the corporate strategy team and local teams, by
Identifying and performing qualitative and quantitative analyses to inform and shape group and GBU strategies (e.g. competitive benchmarking, chemical value chain mapping, market & sustainability trends, market model, business performance, financial modeling)
Visualizing your findings with precision and actively contributing to the project overall storyline, delivering compelling presentations to (senior) leadership and stakeholders
Building strong relationships and closely collaborating with GBU and other stakeholders to drive strategic initiatives forward, ensuring alignment and buy-in
Potentially mentoring junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development
Being at ease with working remotely with colleagues in other regions, especially Europe as most of the team is located in our Global HQ in Brussels.
You can count on us to:
Integrate you in an international team, fostering diverse perspectives and global collaboration
Ensure you have a strong local support network
Tailor your projects to match your specific interests and skill-set to the extent possible
Provide you with education on the Strategy toolbox from former Strategy consultants & industry experts
Get exposure to senior executives within the Group
You will bring:
3-7 years of experience, ideally with a background in strategy consulting or equivalent
A keen interest and passion for the chemicals & materials industry
Strong analytical & problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations
Knowledge of tools to find & analyze information
Output-driven, quick, flexible and organized, rigorous, curious, strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively to leadership and diverse stakeholders
Fluent in English
You will get:
Competitive salary and benefits package
The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $98,000-$140,000 per year. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate, we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.
16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations
Training platform for all employees
Free language courses (24 languages available)
Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)
