The Strategic Insights & Business Analyst acts as a core internal consultant and data storyteller for the North American executive leadership team. Reporting directly to the EVP of Randstad NA (Dawn McAuliffe) and the CFO of Randstad NA (Penny Palmer), this individual will bridge the gap between complex data sets and high-level business strategy.
The primary objective of this role is to analyze internal performance data alongside external macroeconomic, labor market, and competitor trends. Rather than simply generating reports, this professional will possess the business curiosity and analytical acumen to answer "why" things are happening and model "what could happen next." The insights delivered by this individual will directly shape executive decision-making, margin management, and market growth strategies across Randstad North America.
your responsibilities include
- Data Integration and Marcoeconomic Analyssis
- Synthesize large volumes of internal financial, operational, and performance data with external market indicators (e.g., Bureau of Labor Statistics, economic indices, labor market analytics, and competitor reports).
Identify, track, and monitor external market trends and disruptors to evaluate their potential impact on Randstad’s business units.
- Build holistic data views that blend disparate datasets into coherent, strategic overviews for the executive team.
- Executive Presenation & Storytelling
- Conceptualize and build dynamic dashboards, data visualizations, and executive-level presentations that clearly articulate data stories to the EVP and CFO.
- Translate highly technical findings into concise, non-technical strategic summaries for the C-suite and broader executive leadership.
- Participate in strategic brief sessions, offering an objective, data-backed point of view on business trajectory.
- Special Projects and Ad-Hoc Analysis
- Execute rapid-response data analysis for urgent business questions posed by Randstad Leadership
Continuous learning and benchmarking of new analytical methodologies, external data streams, and economic forecasting too
your background
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Analytics, Finance, Economics, Data Science, or a related field (or equivalent practical business experience) is required
- Work Experience
- Years of experience are secondary to capability. We are seeking an individual with a proven track record of using data to drive tangible business conclusions.
- Prior experience in corporate FP&A, business intelligence, market research, or management consulting is highly preferred.
- Experience navigating, cleaning, and blending messy or disparate internal and external datasets.
- Experience presenting data findings directly to senior or executive leadership is a plus.
- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Innate Business Curiosity: A relentless desire to ask "why," dig beneath the surface of a metric, and deeply understand business levers and outcomes.
- Analytical & Focused Mindset: Strong capability to cut through the noise of massive datasets and hone in on the metrics that truly impact profitability and growth.
- Macroeconomic Literacy: Comfortable interpreting economic indicators, labor market reports, and industry trends, and mapping them to internal corporate data.
together we grow.
people at the heart of everything we do
Working at Randstad is unlike working at any organization. Because at Randstad we put people at the heart of everything we do. This goes for our clients, our talent, our employees and society. We combine our passion for people with the power of today’s technologies. This helps us support people and organizations in realizing their true potential. Learn more about our mission, history and values on our website: www.randstad.com
When you join Randstad, you join…
- A specialized team delivering tailored solutions for clients and talent, enabling meaningful impact.
- An equitable, inclusive culture where everyone can contribute and thrive.
- A workplace prioritizing growth and empowering teams to adapt and excel.
- A company dedicated to supporting you to perform at your best.
- A commitment to pay for performance with transparency, fairness, and competitiveness.
our purpose
Our purpose is deeply rooted in the belief that by knowing our clients and talent better than anyone else, we can make connections that change lives and transform businesses. We don’t just place people in jobs; we help create futures full of possibility — for our clients, talent, and communities.
our culture
Our culture is powered by ambition and collaboration, where everyone is driven to push boundaries and achieve success. At Randstad, we don’t settle for “good enough” — we’re committed to walking the extra mile, always striving for perfection while trusting each other to deliver results. You’ll be working in an environment that fosters both individual achievement and team success.
a place for you to grow
We provide a high growth environment where your ability to adapt and contribute fuels the success of both your team and clients. We appreciate your talents and support your growth through mentorship, skill-building, and career development.
This job posting is open for 4 weeks.
Pay Rate: $82,400.00 - $126,600.00 Annually
Randstad offers competitive pay and bonus structures. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. Based on eligibility, a successful candidate's total compensation may include a variable pay plan including bonus(es) and/or commission(s). In setting compensation, Randstad complies with all local wage and hour laws and while the pay range listed above is an annual amount, non-exempt employees will be paid hourly and therefore receive the hourly equivalent.
In addition, Randstad, the largest global staffing leader, offers rich learning & professional development opportunities, a 401(k) plan, a stock purchase plan, an employee referral reward program, and comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance to uniquely fit your needs. Randstad also focuses on our employees' overall wellbeing with our award-winning wellness program, employee assistance program, a generous time off policy (including at least 18 paid days off in your first full year, 1 paid volunteer day, 9 paid holidays, and 5 sick days), paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, a health and dependent care flexible spending account, Metlife home and auto insurance offerings, a Metlife legal plan offering, and offers discounts on everything from cell phone plans to car purchases.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
We are seeking candidates from all backgrounds and demographics and a variety of industries to join our winning team! Randstad is proud to be included in the prestigious "America's Best Employers for Women 2024" list. Randstad US has also been recognized as a 2024 Leading Disability Employer by the National Organization on Disability (NOD). At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact hrsupport@randstadusa.com.