Strategy Analyst

Hi there! Thanks for stopping by 👋 Are you actively looking for a new opportunity? Or just checking the market? Well… you might just be in the right place! We’re looking for a Strategy Analyst to join our team at Lightspeed. This role will support enterprise and business strategy efforts by conducting analysis, developing insights, and helping teams make data-driven decisions. As Lightspeed enters its next phase of growth and a multi-year transformation, this role will help shape and support key strategic priorities across the business. The ideal candidate brings strong strategic thinking, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment. What you'll be doing: - Support enterprise and business strategy efforts through research, analysis, and insight development, including contributing to annual strategic planning and ongoing strategic review cadences - Break down complex business problems and conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis - Build models, synthesize data, and develop materials to support executive-level decision-making - Contribute to the development of business cases, plans, and recommendations - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather inputs and support the execution of key initiatives - Help track progress and performance of initiatives against key milestones and targets What you need to bring: - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail - Ability to structure problems and work through ambiguity in a fast-paced environment - Comfort working with data and translating findings into clear insights - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and functions - Proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and take ownership - As a global company with employees and clients outside of Quebec, fluency in English as a working language is required for this position. Even better if you have, but not necessary: - 1–3 years of experience in consulting, strategy, finance, or a related field - Experience working on structured problem-solving engagements (e.g., strategy, operations, or transformation projects) - Internship or early-career experience involving data analysis and business problem solving - Experience in SaaS, fintech, or other technology-driven environments You’ll enjoy: - A flexible work environment that empowers you to do your best work - A culture that celebrates performance - The chance to make an impact in a team that’s big enough for career growth, but lean enough to make your voice heard - Career-defining opportunities Plus benefits designed to keep you happy, healthy and fulfilled. - Flexible paid time off and remote work policies - Equity options, because this is your company too - Contributions to your pension plan. Your future matters - Training opportunities to grow your skills and career - Health and wellness credit so you feel your best - Time off to volunteer and give back to your community - Interest groups, employee led networks, social committees to sponsored sports teams - Computer purchase program to get your personal MacBook - Enhanced parental leave to support growing families To all recruitment agencies: Lightspeed does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. If we have not directly engaged your company in writing to supply candidates for a specific vacancy, Lightspeed will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Lightspeed is a proud equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating an inclusive and barrier-free workplace. Lightspeed welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. WHERE TO FROM HERE? Obviously, this has to be mutually beneficial: we want you to step into a role you love, and we want to offer you a place you’re proud to come to every day. For a glimpse into our world check out...