Consultant (Automotive Technology)

Are you passionate about automotive technology?

Do you want to influence and impact industry decisions by providing global clients with insights and analysis on the disruptions facing the industry to support their Product Planning/market entry?

Do you thrive in a fast-paced technical environment with variety and challenge?

You’ll work with our industry experts on CASES (Connected car, Autonomous vehicles, Shared mobility, Electrification and Security) projects. If you love technology, the automotive industry, and the intersection of where these two overlap - we have an exciting career opportunity for you!

Interested to know more? Read on ….. this could be the next career move for you!

A DAY IN THE LIFE

As a Consultant at SBD Automotive, no two days are quite the same. One day you might be diving deep into data to uncover what’s driving the shift to electrification in a key market, and the next you could be presenting insights to a global client considering their next big move in connected or autonomous vehicles.

Your role is all about turning complex information into clear, actionable insights that shape real-world decisions in the automotive industry. You’ll collaborate with industry experts on exciting CASES projects, helping clients navigate disruption and seize new opportunities.

Here’s what your responsibilities looks like in practice:

• Research & Analysis – You’ll gather and interpret data using a variety of research methods, going beyond the obvious to spot patterns, uncover trends, and answer the all-important “so what?” for clients.
• Insight Creation – You’ll transform information into executive-level summaries and recommendations that are ready to land on a client’s desk.
• Collaboration & Coordination – You’ll manage your own workload (and sometimes others’), ensuring deadlines and client expectations are met.
• Mentorship & Guidance – You’ll support colleagues by sharing best practices, highlighting pitfalls, and helping them develop their research and consulting skills.
• Client Support – You’ll contribute to client proposals, estimating resources, and suggesting compelling ways to showcase our capabilities.

ABOUT YOU

This is a role for someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment, enjoys variety and challenge, and is excited by the opportunity to shape the future of the automotive industry. To be successful in this role, you should demonstrate the following skills and competencies:

• Familiarity with embedded software development and good understanding of the typical constraints in an embedded system
• Familiarity with in-vehicle networking technologies (CAN, Ethernet) (cybersecurity would be a bonus)
• Familiar with automotive development cycles and processes for advanced technologies development
• Strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of the automotive technology sector and the challenges it faces.
• Ability to critically evaluate data and generate impactful recommendations and solutions.
• Previous (1-2 years) research and report writing experience and a proven ability to work autonomously within established research frameworks.
• Excellent written communication skills demonstrated through the production of high-quality client reports in PowerPoint, Word and Excel
• Excellent planning and time management skills including the ability to navigate complex problem-solving activities
• An inquiring mind and the ability to ask and answer the 'So What' questions to provide interesting and accurate insights for our clients
• Experience working with international clients

WHY SBD AUTOMOTIVE

We are a global automotive research and consulting organization with 28 years of trusted expertise and a proven track record of success. We support our customers and deliver confidence through clarity, insight and vision to support better and informed decisions in the fast-changing mobility market.

• Be part of our entrepreneurial environment and help to shape the future relationship between people and cars.
• Our teams operate in business units across six locations: China, Germany, India, Japan, UK, and USA.
• Our corporate goals of Efficiency, Accountability, Agility and Growth ensure we stay at the top of our game and create ongoing opportunities for personal development
• Our values of Compassion, Collaboration, Courage, Curiosity and Commitment are part of every decision we make - we care about our people, our clients and our ability to keep learning.
• Benefits include Pension, Life Assurance, Health Care, Performance based bonus and opportunities for Equity Sharing.
• Work from home or the office, with no set office days, though occasional attendance may be expected.

Interested? If you're ready to take the next step in your career apply now and be part of a growing, technically astute and innovative team.

SBD Automotive is an Equal Opportunities employer

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