Consumer Analyst

Who we are

GlobalData is a specialist information services business on a mission to help our clients decode the future, make better decisions and reach more customers. Using our unique data, expert analysis and innovative solutions we deliver intelligence on the world s largest industries for companies, government organisations and industry professionals.

We began our journey in 2016, by combining a diverse range of specialist information services companies, with decades of trusted customer relationships and deep sector specialisms. Today, we operate as a single company and one fully integrated platform, with more than 3,500 colleagues worldwide, across 20+ industries, delivering value for over 5,000 customers.

Why join GlobalData?

GlobalData is at a pivotal point in its growth journey. Following multiple acquisitions and having recently received transformational investment we need curious, ambitious, courageous people to support us in achieving our vision of becoming the world s trusted source of strategic industry intelligence.

Our big ambitions mean that life at GlobalData is fast paced, entrepreneurial and rewarding. We recognise the collective power of our people, and it s the collaboration of our teams that have shaped our success and will continue to do so in the future.

The role

Are you fascinated by consumer behavior? Interested and inspired by new consumer products and services? Do you have an enquiring mind and a passion for creating insightful research? So do we. GlobalData is a leading market research and analysis firm serving an extensive list of blue-chip clients, and we need recently graduated or early career original thinkers to join our growing team of consumer analysts in the UK.

Our analysts create comprehensive, timely and accurate research reports and datasets to support cutting edge industry analysis and strategic planning. With over 20 offices and over 3,300 employees strategically located around the world, our mission is to build unique information services to help our clients decode the future. The role provides an exciting opportunity to work on market leading solutions, collaborate with some of the world s leading consumer brands, and offers great scope for career progression.

What you ll be doing

To contribute to an ongoing publication schedule of consumer and industry insight across key markets, categories and trends, primarily through the authoring of content, but also using data visualization and data modelling techniques. The majority of analysis comes in the form of written reports published in PowerPoint, as well as briefer case studies and analyst briefings .

As an Analyst, you will be given early responsibility for producing your own content with guidance from a manager, and you will be expected to demonstrate a capacity to continually increase your analytical skillset and knowledge of the FMCG, Foodservice, and Packaging Industries. There will also be opportunities to contribute to projects such as primary research design, or bespoke deliverables for clients, as well as to present insights to clients or at industry events. The goal is to maintain and enhance GlobalData Consumer s reputation as a provider of exceptional insight, helping the business decisions of hundreds of clients, ranging from start-ups to blue-chip companies.

What we re looking for

• Educated to degree level.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent time-management and organizational skill with an ability to meet tight deadlines.
• An ability to analyze quantitative data, and an understanding of the key issues, FMCG trends, macro issues, and their impact the value chain and consumer behavior.
• Experience of producing market analysis (such as manipulating and analyzing data and producing meaningful insight) is desirable.
• Client-facing skills (the ability to interact with and form relationships with key clients and meet weekly KPIs related to client calls) paired with commercial acumen and an ability to identify growth opportunities for them.
• Self-starter, detail-oriented with strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously and within a team.
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite and Project Management frameworks.

In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech and more. To find out more about the roles and benefits on offer in your region, visit (url removed)

GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.