Collinson is the global, privately-owned company dedicated to helping the world to travel with ease and confidence. The group offers a unique blend of industry and sector specialists who together provide market-leading airport experiences, loyalty and customer engagement, and insurance solutions for over 400 million consumers. Collinson is the operator of Priority Pass, the world’s original and leading airport experiences programme. Travellers can access a network of 1,500 lounges and travel experiences, including dining, retail, sleep and spa, in over 650 airports in 148 countries, helping to elevate the journey into something special. We work with the world’s leading payment networks, over 1,400 banks, 90 airlines and 20 hotel groups worldwide. We have been bringing innovation to the market since inception – from launching the first independent global VIP lounge access Programme, Priority Pass to being the first to sell direct travel insurance in the UK through Columbus Direct and creating the first loyalty agency of its kind in the travel sector with ICLP. Today we still invest heavily in innovation to ensure that we continue to deliver superior customer experiences. Key clients include Mastercard, American Express, Cathay Pacific, British Airways, LATAM, Flying Blue, Accor, EasyJet, HSBC, Chase, HDFC. Our mission is focused on doing good beyond profit, which for us means we seek out opportunities for our people to share in our success and that we give back to the communities and people within which we work. Never short of ambition, the success of our business is delivered through the diverse and talented team of over 2,200 global colleagues. Purpose of the job The Strategy Analyst is a foundational role responsible for supporting Collinson International’s strategic planning and decision-making processes. Working closely with the Strategy Director and broader leadership team, the Strategy Analyst will provide structured analysis, data-driven insights, and research to inform business cases, market evaluations, and competitive assessments. This role is designed for individuals with early professional experience who are looking to build strong strategic capabilities in a global business environment. Key Responsibilities Assist in the review and refinement of Collinson International’s strategic priorities by conducting research and analysis Build and maintain financial models, market sizing exercises, and benchmarking tools to support strategic projects Gather, validate, and interpret macroeconomic, sectoral, and competitive data to underpin investment cases and planning processes Maintain up-to-date trackers and dashboards on key market trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities Prepare draft materials, reports, and presentations for leadership discussions and board-level reviews Work with cross-functional teams to collect data inputs, ensure alignment, and provide analytical support for business plans Deliver ad hoc analysis and research requests in a structured and timely manner Support the Strategy Director in preparing the three-year plan, annual plans, and quarterly performance reviews Assist in coordinating information flows between Collinson International and the Group Strategy team Technical Competencies Market sizing and competitor benchmarking Data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) desirable Research tools and business intelligence databases Familiarity with strategic planning methodologies and frameworks Typical Experience Requirements 1-2 years of professional experience in strategy, consulting, or market research Exposure to working on multi-country or global projects preferred Experience in financial services, payments, travel, or loyalty sectors advantageous Proven ability to translate data into insights that inform decision-making Experience delivering structured analysis for senior stakeholders Educational Background Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or related discipline (required) Master’s degree is advantageous but not essential Personal Attributes Curious and eager to learn, with strong intellectual agility Highly detail-oriented with a disciplined approach to analysis Resilient, adaptable, and able to manage ambiguity Collaborative and supportive team player with strong interpersonal skills Proactive in taking ownership of deliverables and following through on tasks Motivated by opportunities to contribute to global strategic work Collinson is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes differences in all their forms including: colour, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, neurodivergence, family status, age, individuals with disabilities and people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences as we strongly believe this contributes to our on-going success. We are focused on continually evolving our purpose driven, high performing culture, providing an environment where our people have the opportunity to achieve their full potential and do interesting and meaningful work. Our company values are: Take Action, Do the right thing, One team and Be insight led. These help guide everything we do internally in terms of how we think, act and interact, right through to how we deliver value to our customers and clients. In your application, please feel free to note which pronouns you use (For example - she/her/hers, he/him/his, they/them/theirs, etc). If you need any extra support throughout the interview process, then please email us at ukrecruitment@collinsongroup.com