Business Planning & Operations Analyst

Thomson Reuters - Eagan, MN

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Eagan, MN

10,001+ employees

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About the position

The Business Planning & Operations Analyst will lead strategic projects aimed at growing and transforming Thomson Reuters' Global Print organization. This role involves structuring, planning, executing, and delivering high-impact business transformation projects that align with the organization's strategic objectives. The analyst will work across various functional areas and partner teams, playing a critical role in identifying and managing key business initiatives, as well as supporting AI and automation initiatives to foster innovation within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of assigned projects, ensuring alignment with business goals, with strategic direction from PMO and business owner leadership.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among project stakeholders, including Global Print teams, cross-functional partner teams, and senior management.
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Track and report on project progress, identifying and addressing roadblocks, and escalating issues as needed.
• Proactively identify business opportunities, develop and contribute to business strategy and solutions, and act as a change leader.
• Develop and maintain business optimization plans, including documentation of process & technology maps and optimization recommendations.
• Foster an energetic and innovative team environment, promoting open communication and knowledge sharing.
• Embrace a growth mindset, actively seeking opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience managing projects or leading strategic business initiatives, and managing and prioritizing backlogs and project portfolios.
• Proven experience collaborating cross-functionally and with stakeholders and team members at all levels, to drive initiatives with maximum business impact.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex information to diverse audiences.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with a demonstrated ability to analyze information, identify root causes, and develop innovative solutions.
• Proficient in project management methodologies and tools.
• Solid understanding of risk management principles and practices.
• Strong stakeholder management and change management skills.
• Passion for Innovation (with AI, and citizen development) and business transformation.
• Passion for continuous learning and professional growth.
• Ability to balance the ideal operational state with doing what it takes to deliver on goals.
• Bachelor's degree required.

Benefits

• Hybrid Work Model: Flexible hybrid working environment (2-3 days a week in the office).
• Comprehensive benefit plans; flexible and supportive benefits for work-life balance: flexible vacation, two company-wide Mental Health Days Off.
• Work from another location for up to a total of 8 weeks in a year, 4 of those weeks can be out of the country and the remaining in the country.
• Headspace app subscription; retirement, savings, tuition reimbursement, and employee incentive programs.
• Resources for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing.
• Globally recognized and award-winning reputation for equality, diversity and inclusion, flexibility, work-life balance.
• LinkedIn Learning access; internal Talent Marketplace with opportunities to work on projects cross-company.
• Ten employee-driven Business Resource Groups; two paid volunteer days annually; Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) initiatives for local and global impact.