Research Analyst Data & Visualization

Research Analyst Data & Visualization

This role will support a wide range of projects - industry deep-dives, market sizing, trend analysis, competitive benchmarking, KPI dashboards, and insight briefs across fintech, technology, retail, and other sectors.

Key Responsibilities

1. Desk Research & Data Gathering

• Conduct comprehensive desk research using reliable public and paid sources: annual reports, investor presentations, market databases, government publications, news, industry journals.
  
• Extract relevant qualitative and quantitative insights and structure them into logical frameworks.
  
• Track sector trends, company developments, regulatory updates, and macroeconomic indicators.
  

2. Data Analysis & Modelling

• Build market sizing sheets, KPI tables, benchmarks, and time-series datasets.
  
• Conduct basic-to-intermediate quantitative analysis (sorting, filtering, pivot tables, CAGR, growth metrics).
  

3. Charting & Data Visualization (very important)

• Create high-quality, consulting-grade charts (bar, line, pie, waterfall, bubble, heatmaps).
  
• Develop visually compelling PowerPoint layouts, dashboards, scorecards, and executive-ready slides.
  
• Ensure strong visual storylines with logical flow, minimal clutter, and clear insights.
  

4. Report & Presentation Development

• Support preparation of insight briefs, sector snapshots, client reports, and trend analysis documents.
  
• Convert research findings into clear, concise narratives with strong visual storytelling.
  
• Ensure all content meets quality benchmarks: accuracy, structure, logic, visual consistency.
  

Required Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, formulas, charts).
  
• Excellent

  PowerPoint skills

  - charting, layouts, formatting, visual hierarchy.
• Ability to create consulting-style visualizations.
  
• Familiarity with market research methods and business KPIs.
  
• Bonus (not mandatory): Power BI, Tableau, Canva, Figma.
  

Research Skills

• Strong desk research capability and ability to find reliable data quickly.
  
• Experience working with financial filings, market reports, and publicly available data.
  
• Ability to synthesize unstructured information into structured insights.
  

Analytical & Soft Skills

• Strong attention to detail and zero-error mindset.
  
• Analytical thinking and ability to derive insights from raw numbers.
  
• Clear communication - both written and visual.
  
• Ability to work independently with tight deadlines.