Business Analyst

Join our global team for a career filled with opportunities to solve challenges both small and large, local and global, simple and complex.

Wilhelmsen Ships Service (WSS) is looking for a Business Analyst

We supply thousands of different vessel maintenance products, to thousands of different customers, in all corners of the world. Business Analysts and Business Controllers play an essential role in the development of the company by providing analysis and decision material to executive management and our wider network.

The Business Analyst plays a vital role across all areas of our organization, providing support through data collection, in-depth analysis, and the development of insightful models and dashboards for senior management. This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive meaningful change within a global organization and make a tangible impact on our operations.

Who you will work with:

As a Business Analyst, you will report to the Head of Business Performance and Financial Planning and collaborate closely with the Business Controllers and the Business Performance team. You will also engage with various stakeholders across the broader Group companies, contributing to cross-functional projects and initiatives.

What you will work on:

• Supporting the development and maintenance of PowerBI reports and dashboards, ensuring they are robust, efficient, and insightful.
• Preparing and enhancing business reviews, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of performance.
• Assisting with analysis and benchmarking of operational and financial data to provide actionable insights.
• Collaborating on the creation and delivery of presentations to key decision-makers.
• Supporting target setting for financial and operational KPIs and tracking performance against these metrics.
• Engaging in day-to-day activities such as data preparation, reporting, and management support.
  
  
  

What we believe you need to succeed in the role:

• Master’s degree, preferably in Business Administration, Analytics, Finance, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in an analytical or data-driven role; newly graduated students with relevant skills are also encouraged to apply.
• Proven experience in creating and managing PowerBI reports and dashboards.
• Strong data handling skills and proficiency in PowerBI and Microsoft Office tools - particularly Excel and PowerPoint. Familiarity with SQL is preferred but not required.
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal.
  
  
  

What we are looking for:

• An analytical mindset with strong numerical aptitude and attention to detail.
• A practical sense of business (business acumen) and the ability to understand and solve complex problems.
• Strong communication skills to present findings clearly and effectively.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks effectively, and meet deadlines.
• A proactive, collaborative, and solution-oriented team player.
  
  
  

What we offer:

We can offer a culture and work environment of strong leadership, career development, work-life balance and a job that is both challenging and stimulating. Our organization thrives by using modern tools and is eager to utilize the business opportunities that comes with new digital tools and skills. Beyond this, we have benefits that include, but are not limited to:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Extremely competitive pension plan
• Company cabins
• Social events year round (e.g., cooking classes, yoga, dance, and rock-climbing lessons etc.)
• Sports club membership that includes sporting and cultural activities (e.g., group training in our gymnasium, sailing, theatre, and concert tickets etc.)
  
  
  

Sounds interesting? If you can see yourself in this role, please let us know why you are our new Business Analyst. You can apply online today through our career portal by creating a ‘Candidate Home’ account. Here you can upload your resume and a motivational letter.

Work location: On site at our offices at Lysaker, Oslo

Application Deadline: 10.12.2024

Ideal start date: 01.04.2024 or earlier.

Contact details: Nasra Mohamed - Recruitment Specialist – [email protected]

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