Business Strategy and Analytics Analyst

This is a Full Time Job

Position Summary

The Analyst, Business Strategy & Analytics position supports departments across the Washington Nationals organization including Ticketing, Marketing, Corporate Partnerships, Nationals Park Events, Concessions, and Retail through data-driven strategic analysis and high-quality operational insights.

This position requires strong attention to detail, a qualitative and quantitative mindset, and a passion for using data to help the business make smarter, faster decisions. Successful hires will be able to translate data, research, and strategic insights into structured, narrative-driven presentations that guide audiences through key messages and recommendations.

This is a junior-level full-time, salaried position.

Key Responsibilities
• Strategic Analysis and Revenue Support
• Partner with revenue-generating departments to evaluate business performance, uncover emerging trends, and recommend actions that optimize revenue and fan engagement.
• Contribute to strategic projects such as sales forecasting, promotional effectiveness, market analyses, and business case development.
• Communicate findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Craft executive-level decks that use storytelling techniques to distill complex topics into concise, persuasive narratives for both internal and external parties.
• Data Analysis and Modeling
• Work with large, multi-source datasets (ticketing, CRM, concessions, retail, digital) to generate insights that guide operational and commercial decisions.
• Build and maintain financial or revenue-focused models that support scenario planning, sensitivity analysis, and strategic prioritization.
• Ensure data accuracy and consistency when contributing to dashboards, KPI tracking, and performance reporting across departments.
• Business Intelligence and Reporting
• Support the creation of real-time dashboards and visualizations for Ticketing, Marketing, Partnerships, Nationals Park Events, and Ballpark Operations.
• Assist in defining and tracking organizational KPIs.

Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in economics, mathematics, computer science, engineering, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in consulting, finance, consumer strategy, or a related industry.
• Proficiency in SQL.
• Extensive use of Excel for statistical analysis and modeling.
• Created executive-level PowerPoint slide decks.
• Familiarity with Tableau or similar data visualization software.
• Ability to extract key insights from large, unstructured datasets and synthesize into key recommendations for leadership.
• Ability to plan and execute research projects to frame problems, validate assumptions, and inform recommendations.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to tailor key messages to the appropriate audience.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work as a member of a fast-paced and cross-functional team.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability–a self-starter.
• Utmost standards of integrity in all business dealings.
• Position will require some weekend and/or evening work.

Preferred Qualifications
• Familiarity with Python and R.
• Experience supporting commercial or revenue-focused functions.
• Knowledge of P&L structures and levers to optimize revenues and costs, especially in dynamic consumer markets.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and ticketing platforms.
• Exposure to executive-level deliverables.
• Passion for sports and comfort in fast-paced environments.

Physical/Environmental Requirements
Office: Working conditions are normal for an office environment. The position may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.