Research Analyst

Key Responsibilities

• Data Collection: Gather data from primary (surveys, interviews) and secondary sources (reports, databases, publications).
• Data Analysis: Use statistical tools and software (e.g., Excel, SQL, Python) to analyze trends and patterns.
• Market & Industry Research: Study market conditions, competitors, and consumer behavior.
• Report Writing: Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and dashboards summarizing findings.
• Forecasting: Predict trends and outcomes based on historical data.
• Client/Stakeholder Support: Provide insights to support business strategies and decision-making.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure accuracy, reliability, and validity of data.

Required Skills

• Strong analytical and critical thinking
• Proficiency in tools like Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Tableau
• Knowledge of statistics and data modeling
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving mindset

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in:
• Economics
• Business Administration
• Finance
• Statistics
• Data Science
• A master’s degree (optional but beneficial) like MBA or MSc in Analytics

Common Types of Research Analysts

• Market Research Analyst – focuses on consumer behavior and market trends
• Financial Research Analyst – analyzes stocks, bonds, and investments
• Data/Quantitative Analyst – focuses heavily on data modeling and programming
• Policy Research Analyst – works with governments or think tanks

Typical Work Environment

• Corporate offices
• Consulting firms
• Financial institutions
• Government agencies
• Remote/Hybrid roles are increasingly common

Job Type: Full-time

Location:

• Riyadh (Required)

Work Location: In person