Senior Business Analyst (all genders)

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Work Your Magic with us! Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

Your Role

As a member of the Financial Planning & Analysis team within Life Science Finance, you provide insights on key drivers of financial performance and propose solutions and actions based on the analysis conducted. This includes working in partnership across a variety of Finance teams (such as Accounting, Investor Relations, and Business Unit controlling) and with the Business to deliver excellent financial advisory. In addition, you are an integral part of the Life Science Financial Planning process, serving as a key contributor and advisor for financial decision‑making across Life Science. In this capacity, you will proactively analyze, investigate, and explain key movements in our financial statements, playing an active role in the monthly and quarterly business reviews. You will examine both external and internal financial data to provide insights on drivers, trends, and the competitive environment, thereby supporting the decision‑making of the Life Science Executive Team. Additionally, you will benchmark financial performance against both internal and external data and develop quantitative models to support ad‑hoc analyses of our financial performance. Furthermore, you will participate in the Life Science Financial Planning Process and drive presentations for the Life Science Executive Team.

Who You Are

Bachelor degree
Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in controlling, accounting or corporate finance
Strong business analysis and presentation skills
Drive and passion for the Life Science Industry
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Good communication skills both verbal and written
Self-starter with solution‑driven working approach
Expertise with Finance reporting systems (TM1, Analysis for Office) as well as advanced Excel/Powerpoint knowledge
Fluent business communication in English

What we offer

We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!