What are the responsibilities and job description for the Strategy Analyst position at Boston Dynamics?
We are seeking a highly accomplished and results-driven Staff Strategy Analyst to join our dynamic Strategy team. The ideal candidate will be a high-potential individual with a proven track record from a top-tier management consulting firm (e.g., MBB or Tier 2) or a leading bulge-bracket investment bank. This high-visibility role is critical for driving strategic initiatives, informing executive decisions, and shaping the future direction of our business.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Analysis & Modeling:
- Lead the development of complex business models and financial forecasts (e.g., market entry, M&A due diligence, cost optimization) to evaluate strategic options and quantify financial impacts.
- Design and execute quantitative analyses to assess market trends, competitive landscapes, and internal performance drivers.
- Business Storytelling & Communication:
- Translate complex analytical findings into clear, concise, and compelling business narratives for senior leadership and board-level presentations.
- Own the end-to-end process of slide creation and presentation development, ensuring high-quality visuals and strategic messaging.
- Project Execution:
- Manage and drive core strategic projects from conception through to implementation, collaborating with cross-functional teams (Finance, Product, Operations).
- Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of strategic initiatives.
- Technology Focus (Preferred):
- Act as an internal subject matter expert on current and emerging technology trends (e.g., AI, Cloud, Digital Transformation) and assess their potential impact on the business.
- Provide strategic input on technology investments and product roadmaps.
- Experience: 3 years of progressive experience in a Strategy, Corporate Development, or equivalent analytical role.
- Background: Prior experience at a top-tier management consulting firm or a leading bulge bracket investment bank.
- Modeling Proficiency: Exceptional proficiency in spreadsheet software (Microsoft Excel), including advanced financial modeling, pivot tables, lookup functions, and scenario analysis.
- Data Analysis/Market Research Skills: strong ability to gather and analyze a variety of data sources, including but not limited to company financials, end user usage data, industry reports & expert interviews
- Communication Skills: Demonstrated excellence in written and verbal communication, with the ability to structure and deliver persuasive arguments and visually impactful presentations.
- Industry Experience: Prior experience in the Technology sector or experience advising technology clients is highly desirable.
- Education: MBA or advanced degree from a top-tier institution.