Strategy Specialist - Group Strategy (100%, m/f/d)

Job description

• Strategy Specialist - Group Strategy (100%, m/f/d)
• Location: Zurich
• Employment Duration: Full-time

Tasks

• As part of the Group Strategy Team, you will support the Group CEO and the Executive Committee in a dynamic and collaborative environment at the heart of Julius Baer.
• They help shape the strategic direction of Julius Baer and the entire Group.
• Close collaboration with high-level stakeholders to translate priorities into actionable plans and measurable results.
• Overseeing the development and implementation of the Group's long-term strategic program throughout the organization.
• Leading and participating in high-profile, group-wide strategic initiatives, as well as providing recommendations to support strategic decisions.
• Enhancing strategic intelligence through market, competitive, and internal analyses to shape the corporate strategy process.
• Designing and executing strategic initiatives and projects from the conceptual phase through implementation.
• Support for the strategy cycle, including the preparation of strategy offsites and annual presentations, as well as support for the Board of Directors and the Executive Committee during strategy meetings.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including Front, Finance, COO, Communications, and HR, to drive projects and initiatives forward and ensure strong execution and alignment.
• Developing high-quality strategic content for senior management and the CEO, including materials for the board of directors, strategy updates, ad hoc corporate data analyses, and other key materials.

Requirements

• A degree from a top-tier university, preferably with a focus on corporate strategy, finance, or structured problem-solving.
• 3–6 years of experience at a leading strategy consulting firm or in an internal strategic role, with proven experience in business strategy management, financial analysis, data analysis, and collaborating with senior stakeholders.
• Experience in supporting executives in preparing decisions by the Executive Board and the CEO, including the preparation of materials and presentation support.
• A proven track record of delivering strategic initiatives and projects from conception through implementation, with a focus on business development and translating strategic ambitions into clear actions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, combined with the ability to translate complex strategic insights into clear statements.
• Strong facilitation and project management skills, with the ability to manage the expectations of cross-functional teams, adapt to change, lead cross-functional projects, and deliver high-quality content, including presentations, documents, analyses, and other key materials.
• Fluency in English is required; knowledge of German is a plus.