Job Description

Associate (Analytics Specialist) - London, Wroclaw

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Location
London, Wroclaw

Associate (Analytics Specialist) - London, Wroclaw

About L.E.K. Consulting

L.E.K. Consulting is a global strategy consulting firm that addresses the most critical commercial issues for the leaders of some of the world's most successful businesses.


Clients come to us time and again because we are proven to act as an insightful expert and a trusted partner. We are uncompromising in our approach to help clients make better decisions at crucial moments, changing the trajectory of their enterprise, delivering improved business performance and creating greater shareholder returns.


Our teams combine our core capabilities of research, benchmarking, modelling, data & analytics and strategy development to create game-changing insights and practical solutions that seize competitive advantage and unlock new growth opportunities. We enable clients to make critical decisions with greater certainty and empower them to master their moments of truth.


With more than 2,300 professionals located across five continents, L.E.K. specialises in Strategy and Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) support with clients across the full range of corporates and private equity. We are expert in a wide range of industries, including Life Sciences and healthcare, retail and consumer, financial services, industrials, energy and transportation.

The Associate (Analytics Specialist) role

As an

Associate (Analytics Specialist)

you split your time roughly 50:50 between:

Case delivery

- embedded in consulting teams to solve live client questions with advanced analytics; and

IP & capability build

- designing and building innovative analytical tools that are reused across the entire firm, and upskilling colleagues in using advanced analytical software

You will be a fully-fledged member of both the

Consulting practice

and the

Data & Analytics (D&A) team

, enjoying the rapid learning curve of the Associate path while deepening your specialist technical expertise. The Associate (Analytics Specialist) role at L.E.K. offers exposure to multiple industry sectors and a wide variety of commercial and technical challenges. The nature and pace of L.E.K.'s strategic work facilitates the rapid development of your skill set in a collaborative and rewarding team-based environment. As you progress you will take on a significant level of responsibility and build your leadership skills.


With the guidance and support of an experienced senior team, you will:

Frame business problems with case managers and client executives, translate them into

analytical road-maps

Deliver end-to-end

analytical work-streams

: data aggregation / creation, data cleaning / manipulation, geospatial analysis, scenario modelling, and visualisations Turn

insights into actionable recommendations

and present findings to clients; Develop

state of the art analytical IP

to solve complex business problems, collaborating with a range of stakeholders to continuously innovate Support business-development by shaping analytics in proposals and

thought-leadership

Track emerging tools, run hands-on training and coach colleagues on best-practice use of the

analytical toolkit

What we're looking for

Degree (2:1 or above) or Master's in a quantitative and/or business discipline preferred (Statistics, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Economics etc.) 0-2 yrs experience in applying data analytics to solve commercial problems Fluency in tools including Alteryx, Tableau (awareness of other analytical tools or languages such as PowerBI, Qlik, SQL, Python, (cloud) data warehouses, data management / cataloguing is a plus) Confidence explaining technical concepts to senior business audiences Intellectual curiosity, humility and a drive to take ownership

Seeking candidates available for immediate start

What we offer

Training:

two-week Associate induction, monthly skills modules, pair-programming with senior data scientists, coaching from consultants, a dedicated development manager

Progression

: clear pathway to the Consultant (Analytics Specialist) role without needing to attain an MBA

Best of both worlds

: startup build velocity + the resources, data access and client exposure of a top-tier global consultancy.

Benefits:

Competitive salary, profit share, pension, private healthcare, flexible working, tech allowance, and a vibrant social calendar.

Diversity and inclusion at L.E.K.

Here at L.E.K., we appreciate the value of a diverse and inclusive workforce and are committed to a culture that is inclusive and accepting of all people. Above all, we are committed to ensuring that all employees are treated with respect and dignity. L.E.K. Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


We have several affinity groups to support and enrich our employees and in addition, our Diversity and Inclusion committee celebrate events throughout the year with a focus on awareness and education. Here at L.E.K., we appreciate the value of a diverse and inclusive workforce and are committed to a culture that is inclusive and accepting of all people. Above all, we are committed to ensuring that all employees are treated with respect and dignity. L.E.K. Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer.