Strategy & Development Analyst - CRH Western Europe Corporate

About CRH CRH is committed to contributing to a more resilient and sustainable built environment. We deliver unique, superior building materials and products for use in road and critical utility infrastructure, commercial building projects and outdoor living solutions. Position Strategy & Development Analyst Location: Paris, 75, FR Business unit: CRH Western Europe Corporate Country: France City: Paris Req ID: 518952 Job Type: Full Time Workplace Type: Hybrid Seniority Level: Associate Position Overview This role will provide analytical and project support across strategic planning, portfolio management, and M&A activities. As an analyst you’ll be part of the Western-European divisional Strategy & Development (S&D) team and work closely with country teams, divisional leadership, and the global S&D function to deliver insights, prepare business cases, and support execution of key initiatives. Key Tasks And Responsibilities Strategy & Portfolio Analysis: Support the annual strategic planning cycle for the Western-European division; support on projects which seek to unlock strategic growth opportunities across Western-Europe; develop presentations and dashboards for senior leadership; analyse market trends, competitor performance, and internal KPIs to make recommendations. M&A and Disposals: Assist in identifying potential acquisition and divestment targets; support senior leadership in their origination efforts through detailed analysis; build robust business cases for strategic projects and investments; prepare financial models and scenario analyses; support deal execution through financial analysis, target valuation and due diligence coordination; prepare and develop comprehensive investment memoranda; contribute to integration planning and post-acquisition performance tracking. Key Characteristics Prior experience in corporate finance, M&A, consulting, or a similar analytical role. Master’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field. An MBA or professional qualification (ACA, CFA, or equivalent) will be considered a plus. Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and ability to synthesise complex data. Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with multiple stakeholders. Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Ability and willingness to travel internationally. Key Functional Competencies Advanced Excel skills (financial modelling, complex formulas). Proficiency in PowerPoint for clear and impactful presentations. Strong financial and business acumen with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights. High level of English and French proficiency (written and verbal). Any other European languages are a plus. Other (Key) Dimensions The role may require international travel, mainly in Europe. What CRH Offers You A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion Highly competitive salary package Comprehensive secondary benefits Significant contribution to your pension plan Health and wellness programs Excellent opportunities to develop and progress with a global organization Connect Your Future to CRH We are curious to learn more about you. Please introduce yourself and send us your application. If this role is not for you, but you know someone who would love to join the team, please let us know. Please 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. 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 instructed to do so by our recruitment team. Date: Jan 20, 2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr