Analyst
Who we are
We are an organisation that exists to drive progress. That's the “red thread” that connects everyone at The Economist Group (TEG). Our businesses share a devotion to innovation, independence and rigour in their fields of expertise. We empower people to understand and tackle the critical challenges and changes facing the world. Our analytical rigour, global expertise and evidence-based insights enable individuals and organisations to make sense of these shifts and chart a course through them.
We deliver analysis and insights in many formats to subscribers and clients in 170 countries through our four businesses, The Economist, Economist Impact, Economist Intelligence and Economist Education, which uphold our global reputation for excellence and integrity.
Economist Impact combines the rigour of a think-tank with the creativity of a media brand to engage a globally influential audience. We believe that evidence-based insights can open debate, broaden perspectives and catalyse progress.
Economist Impact’s Policy & Insights team combines qualitative and quantitative research techniques to generate new insights to support the marketing and communications objectives of businesses, governments and international organisations.
The role of Analyst, Policy & Insights plays a critical role in the delivery of Economist Impact sponsored thought leadership research programmes. Analysts work with qualitative and quantitative research methods, analyse data and develop research findings, and write in clear, Economist-style, jargon-free prose. A successful Analyst has a keen interest in global policy, business and economic issues and a natural intellectual curiosity, is well organized and efficient, has strong analytical and critical thinking skills, and strong written and oral communication skills.
Economist Impact’s thought leadership work has four core areas of expertise - Health, Trade & Geopolitics, Tech & Innovation and Sustainability & Energy. Analysts typically work across thematic areas but in some instances we recruit Analysts with demonstrated education or work experience that aligns with these expertise areas.
How you will contribute
As an Analyst, your primary focus will be supporting senior Impact experts and content leads to produce and deliver high quality research and content for sponsored research programmes.
- Produce high quality research analysis utilizing qualitative and quantitative methodologies.
- Undertake desk-research, literature reviews and rapid evidence assessments.
- Undertake qualitative interviews with experts and produce interview summaries and key findings.
- Undertake structured analysis of survey results, including descriptive statistics, cross-tabulation and, in some instances, regression analysis.
- Produce initial drafts of research findings, report and article outlines, and infographics.
- Contribute to writing and editing research outputs, including reports, briefing papers, articles and infographics.
- Support with report production including reference checking, chart and data visualization creation.
The desirable skills, experience and qualifications for this role include:
- Two years or more of research, consulting or journalist experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including ability to translate complex research and analysis into clear and jargon-free prose highlighting key findings and policy analysis
- Strong data and policy analysis skills with experience working with both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies; ability resolve complex and unfamiliar problems in a timely manner
- Comfortable with client interaction and interest in building relationships
- Strong interpersonal skills to create easy working relationships with clients, partners and the internal team
- Extremely well-organized with a proven ability to meet deadlines under pressure
- Detail oriented and analytical
- Energy and desire to grow as part of a highly entrepreneurial team
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What we offer
Benefits
We offer excellent benefits including an incentive programme, generous annual and parental leave policies, volunteering days and well-being support throughout the year, as well as free access to all Economist content. Country specific benefits are also offered.
Our Values
Our values are a collective set of beliefs and behaviours that strengthen The Economist Group's purpose and demonstrate where we want to be as an organisation. They reflect on our mission to pursue progress for individuals, organisations and the world.
Independence
We are not bound to any party or interest and encourage exploration and free-thinking. We champion freedom, both within our organisation and around the world.
Integrity
We are bold in our efforts to uncover the truth and stand up for what we believe in. We inspire trust through our rigour, fact-checking and transparency.
Excellence
We aspire to the highest standards in all we do. We are ambitious and inquisitive in our pursuit of continuous progress and innovation.
Inclusivity
We value diversity in thought and background and encourage healthy debate with a breadth of perspectives. We treat our colleagues and customers fairly and respectfully.
Openness
We foster a collaborative and empathetic culture conducive to the interests, wit and initiative of our colleagues. New ideas are our lifeblood.
The Economist Group values diversity. We are committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive environment for all our colleagues and potential colleagues regardless of ethnic origin, national origin, gender, gender identity, race, colour, religious beliefs, disability, sexual orientation, age, marital status or any other status.
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