Associate- Growth Analytics

About the Team: Growth Analytics

In today's rapidly evolving market landscape, businesses across all sectors require adaptive, intelligent strategies to thrive. The Frost & Sullivan Growth Analytics team harnesses comprehensive market research and robust proprietary databases to deliver quick turnaround, tactical growth insights applicable across various industries and global markets. Read more about Growth Analytics Here:

About the Role – L1: Associate

The L1 Associate is a dynamic market generalist who can quickly learn about & deliver deep insights in multiple industries. The Associate leads deep research into markets, competitive landscape, customers, and technologies. Associates also manage project workstreams, participate in client presentations on specialist subjects, and contribute to shaping the program's research strategy. The focus is on advancing market sector specialization and developing business and strategy skills while being adept at tracking & identifying growth opportunities across industries.

Associates usually take responsibility for managing a module of work (or a small project 1–2-member team. Associates interact with client teams and structure analyses to answer critical client questions. Key goals include developing expert status with the middle management level client staff. The position involves developing an in-depth understanding of various industries in which the individual would develop content internally and showcase our company's expertise and opinions at external forums like client briefings, conferences, and media events.

Location

• Chennai, India
• Mumbai

Responsibilities
Will include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Data Analytics Skill: Collect, analyze, and interpret complex data sets from various sources within various consulting and research projects (Analysed primary research interview data is an added advantage). Knowledge in SQL, PYTHON are added advantages.
• Reporting & Dashboarding: Develop and maintain interactive dashboards using Power BI to present key performance indicators (KPIs) and other relevant metrics, market dynamics, forecasting, etc. Good to know other visualization tools like DOMO, Tableau, Google Looker Studio, etc.
• Excellent secondary research skills- Candidates should be experienced in utilizing secondary research databases, such as Factiva, Bloomberg, Hovers, Capital IQ, etc, for profiling companies/industries, identifying marketing opportunities, etc.
• Strong PowerPoint and Excel skills, including experience with formulas, conditional formatting, pivot tables, etc.
• Prepare written final reports for each project and present key findings in analyst briefings to clients.
• Attention to detail and ability to notice small errors & make necessary corrections
• Help prepare various business development documents, marketing collaterals, white papers, etc.
• Project management
• Client management
• Ability to multi-task and work closely with external clients in various time zones.
• Preferable experience in key sectors that Frost focuses on will be an added advantage
• Manage key stakeholders by sector/practice area to ensure expectations are met/exceeded, timelines are heeded
• Develop excellent quality content
• Work with a global team of experts to create a powerful customer experience

Required Competencies

We're looking for candidates who -

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree in business administration / management/ economics/finance/ Analytics/Engineering.

• At least of relevant experience to be considered; depending on the experience level, candidates can also be considered for other levels.

• L1 Associate: 0- 4 years

• Database knowledge is an added advantage (e.g. Bloomberg, Thomson Research, Reuters, Capital IQ, Hoovers, Perfect Information, Venture Source, One Stop, Factset, DialogPro, Factiva, etc)

• Superior analytic and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work effectively on tight deadlines
• Ability to work in high functional, multi-cultural teams
• Ability to prioritize client deadlines & deliver on time
• Ability to follow up effectively and get things done
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work across multiple accounts and projects concurrently while maintaining the highest level of quality in work
• Attention to detail
• Client-service mentality
• Strong creative writing, excellent editing skills, organizational or project management skills.
• Motivated self-starter & able to work under pressure with tight deadlines.
• Commitment to quality work and strong attention to detail
• Ability, initiative, and commitment to be a part of a culture of excellence
• Must have written and verbal fluency in English
• Are well-organized and detail-oriented
• Take ownership to work independently with remote supervision
• Can multi-task and meet tight deadlines
• Are disciplined and adhere to high-quality standards
• Is a strategic thinker; understands how operational activities are vital in supporting the overall strategy of the business

What will make you succeed at Frost & Sullivan?

You need to be

• Wildly curious and entrepreneurial
• Committed to customer success
• A self-starter invested in your future
• A persuasive communicator
• Deeply Analytical with a keen eye for detail
• Excited about Disruptive Trends

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus bonus opportunity.
• Attractive Medical and Accident insurance.
• Regional travel opportunities.
• A friendly open environment with a diverse and international operational focus.
• A definite career path with numerous growth opportunities.
• You will be part of a winning, global team that fosters teamwork and an Olympic spirit while enhancing your communication and people skills.
• Encouragement to develop your intellectual curiosity and will be provided the ability to collaborate across all levels of the company across the globe.
• Global awards & recognition opportunities & awards - President Club & Chairman Club Awards
• "Best in class" global team that strives for excellence.
• Matrix structure with high visibility to top leadership
• Growth Coaching University Certification.