Analyst, Business, Financial Analyst

Title: Analyst

Location: US Remote

Global Data operates an intelligence platform that empowers leaders to act decisively in a world of complexity and change. By uniting proprietary data, human expertise, and purpose-built AI into a single, connected platform, we help organizations see what’s coming, move faster, and lead with confidence.

Our solutions are used by over 5,000 organizations across the world’s largest industries, delivering tailored intelligence that supports strategic planning, innovation, risk management, and sustainable growth.

Global Data is at a pivotal point in its growth journey, and we need curious, ambitious, courageous people to support us in achieving our vision to deliver intelligence that transforms uncertainty into opportunity for the world’s most successful organizations.

Our big ambitions mean that life at Global Data is fast paced, entrepreneurial and rewarding. Working together in an intellectually challenging environment, where learning is super-charged to keep us on our toes, the highly stimulating, fast-paced, global environment we operate in, and our bold ambitions result in unique learning opportunities for our people.

Headquartered in London, with offices across the UK, US, Dubai, India and Australia, Global Data serves a worldwide customer base with progressive solutions of the highest quality.

As an Analyst in Global Data’s Construction team, you will be required you to develop an in-depth understanding of the construction industry in both North and South America, as well as monitoring key global trends and themes.

In particular, you will be responsible for conducting research and producing insights and forecasts that provide a granular analysis of the North American construction market, with state-level segmentation, which will be used by clients to inform their development strategies and commercial decisions.

You will also be expected to present findings of your research, and our broader portfolio, to clients as part of both product demonstrations and research-focused webinars.

• Understand macroeconomic trends and sector trends and how they might impact the construction industry
• Develop expertise in writing insightful in-depth reports and producing updated forecasts to strict deadlines
• Produce regular written analysis on industry developments and provide commentary to media organisations on request
• Represent the company in webinars and at conferences
• Support account managers and business development teams in meeting clients’ needs

• A minimum 2:1 degree or equivalent qualification in economics or business-related discipline
• Excellent written English
• Strong analytical skills and a high degree of numeracy, including knowledge of forecasting techniques and use of software (such as Excel)
• Ability to communicate with clients in a clear and engaging manner, and present research findings
• Primary research skills, including ability to conduct phone/web call research
• Initiative, organisational skills, and excellent attention to detail
• Relevant work experience in analysing construction markets is an advantage

• High growth, ambitious environment that offers unlimited opportunities for success
• Tailored training and development plans, including Linked In Learning and ongoing Learning and Development opportunities
• Generous PTO policy
• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Company sponsored Life insurance, AD&D, STD, and LTD
• Maternity and Paternity leave
• 401k Match
• Corporate gym rates
• Employee Assistance Program offering free confidential support on a range of issues such as work, wellbeing, money, health, and legal advice

Global Data believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Global Data is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.