Strategy Analyst or Associate – Dublin

Job title: Strategy Analyst or Associate – Dublin

Company: CRH


Job description: Country: Ireland
City: Dublin
Req ID: 513735About CRHWe are CRH, and we are committed to contributing to a more resilient and sustainable built environment. We understand the wider impact our businesses can make in supporting human activity. We continue to do this through the delivery of unique, superior building materials and products for use in road and critical utility infrastructure, commercial building projects and outdoor living solutions.CRH (NYSE: CRH, LSE: CRH) is the leading provider of building materials solutions that build, connect and improve our world. Employing c.78,500 people at c.3,390 operating locations in 29 countries, CRH has market leadership positions in both North America and Europe. As the essential partner for transportation and critical utility infrastructure projects, complex non-residential construction and outdoor living solutions, CRH’s unique offering of materials, products and value-added services helps to deliver a more resilient and sustainable built environment. The company is ranked among sector leaders by Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) rating agencies. A Fortune 500 company, CRH’s shares are listed on the NYSE and LSE.Without you noticing our products, we are everywhere you live, work, and relax.Our project portfolio includes some of the most sustainable and cutting-edge building projects around the world. Think of the asphalt on the Silverstone Grand Prix Circuit, the Paris Metro Rail project, but also the Louis Vuitton Museum in Paris, parts of the Burj Khalifa, and the Kennedy Space Centre.Learn more about us through the following .Position OverviewCRH is looking for a Strategy Analyst or Associate depending on the candidate’s level of experience. The role is situated within the Enterprise Strategy team whose objective is to develop a capability to systematically explore and understand future trends that will impact the construction industry and to identify opportunities for CRH to create value therein. The team will leverage internal and external news, information, data, and project work to perform deep dives into areas of interest and create new plausible future scenarios for CRH. The teams’ aspiration is to support fact-based discussions to improve the decision-making process, with a clear focus on understanding threats and potential opportunities for CRH and the construction industry. It is a high performing, fast paced enjoyable environment that places a strong focus on professional development.Key Tasks and ResponsibilitiesIn this role, you will:

• Analyse & monitor stock market, industry financial performance and company valuations
• Analyse & monitor macroeconomic, technological, and social news and trends
• Develop internal white papers and presentations at regular intervals to keep leadership abreast of unique key external trends and opportunities, and support debate
• Conduct analyses of markets, trends, industry data, regulatory environment and competitors
• Identify and understand implications of construction trends and competitive dynamics to articulate potential scenarios
• Quantitatively assess the implications of findings, including financial analysis where relevant
• Continually refresh perspectives on external trends and changes to the construction value chain
• Help drive and manage internal strategic projects and support M&A decision making processes
• Develop automated ways to gather and filter news and data and prepare periodic updates and reports on key findings to the Group Leadership team

Key Functional Competencies and Relevant ExperienceYou are/have:

• Team player with ability to contribute both individually and as part of a team
• Self-motivated with a high degree of initiative; comfortable working in a demanding fast- paced environment
• Strategic mindset and strong interest in current and future business trends
• Excellent research and analysis skills with ability to gather and filter large amounts of information and data, and to present clearly and concisely
• Good financial and analytical skills, with excellent attention to detail and a focus on results
• Strong communication skills and comfortable liaising with senior management
• Ability to multitask within tight deadlines

Your Education and ExperienceYou are/have:

• Third level degree, post graduate qualification or equivalent in Business, Finance, Engineering, Science or Economics
• Circa 2-6 years’ experience working in a relevant role
• Consulting, business/finance analyst, equity analyst experience and/or ACAs, CFAs, MBA an advantage
• Good systems capabilities and/or interest in technology
• Very high proficiency in using Microsoft Excel & PowerPoint
• Experience working in other countries/cultures is a bonus

What CRH Offers YouA culture that values opportunity for growth, development (eg CIMA, ACA, etc) and internal promotionHighly competitive salary packageComprehensive secondary benefitsSignificant contribution to your pension planHealth and wellness programs, including an on-site gym and fitness classesExcellent opportunities to develop and progress with a global organizationConnect your future to CRHWe are curious to learn more about you. At CRH, we believe our mutual differences contribute to the healthy, productive, and enjoyable workspace we create. Please introduce yourself and send us your application.Is this role not for you, but do you know someone who would love to join the team? Please let us know!CRH finds it important that vacancies are shared to individuals that may find them interesting and/or could be suitable for the rolePlease contact our recruitment team at careers@crh.com.CRH is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.Benefits/perks listed above may vary depending on the nature of the employment with CRH and the country where you work.Please note that we cannot accept any applications submitted through email for GDPR purposes. Candidates must apply through our job portal.We do not accept candidate introductions for this position from recruitment agencies, unless you have been instructed to do so by our recruitment team.Date: 7 Aug 2025

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Location: Dublin

Job date: Sat, 09 Aug 2025 03:45:49 GMT

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