Strategy & Innovation Analyst

About the Role

Cumax Wealth Management Limited, a subsidiary of the Jamaica Co-operative Credit Union League Limited (JCCUL), is looking for an experienced Strategy and Innovation Analyst who can interpret complex information, adapt quickly, and work effectively with teams across the organisation.

Reporting to the Strategy and Innovation Manager, this position focuses on turning data into practical insights and recommendations that support growth, improve efficiency, and encourage innovation. The successful candidate will contribute to the company’s long-term strategy so that its mission, vision, and key goals are achieved in a sustainable way.

Key Duties

• Carry out research on markets, competitors, and the wider industry to support strategic planning.
• Help develop and maintain financial models used to build business cases.
• Review internal performance information and identify opportunities to improve results.
• Support the coordination of strategic projects from start to finish, making sure they stay on scope, schedule, and budget.
• Monitor the rollout of operational improvements designed to strengthen efficiency and lower costs relative to income.
• Assist with the introduction of new products and services, including related documentation and process setup.
• Work with internal departments such as Investment Banking, Wealth Management, and Portfolio Management on strategic projects.

Qualifications and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Strategy, Operations, or a related discipline from an accredited institution is required.
• Training or certification in change management will be considered an advantage.
• At least three years of relevant experience in strategy, operations, project management, or business innovation is required.

Skills and Competencies

• Knowledge of project management approaches such as Agile, PMP, and Six Sigma.
• Practical ability to use Microsoft Excel.
• Understanding of financial products and services.
• Strong analytical thinking, structured problem-solving, and evidence-based decision-making.
• Good relationship-building, networking, and interpersonal skills.
• Exposure to process improvement and digital transformation work.
• Strong spoken and written communication skills, including the ability to present insights clearly using data.

Working Conditions

• The role is based in a normal office environment.
• There may be occasions when work extends beyond standard hours.
• The role requires a commitment to the organisation’s core values of fairness, integrity, transparency, cooperation, accountability, and respect.

Additional Information

Only candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted.