Market Researcher
Technology, Media, And Telecommunication Industry
Posted on 8/25/2023
AlixPartners

1,001-5,000 employees

Global business' advisory firm
Locations
Chicago, IL, USA
Experience Level
Entry
Junior
Mid
Senior
Expert
Desired Skills
SQL
Tableau
Python
Communications
Power BI
CategoriesNew
Business & Strategy
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree with preference for business/financial concentration
  • 2-3 years of professional work experience preferred
  • Experience researching market trends and knowledge in the Technology, Media, & Telecom industry sectors, maintaining an “activist” investor mindset
  • Financial acumen and knowledge of financial markets (equity, private equity, VC, credit/debt) with the ability to analyze company performance and evaluation of company earnings
  • Proven problem-solving and analytical capabilities, and able to draw conclusions and resolve issues under tight time frames
  • Adept at working on multiple workstreams and with multiple stakeholders
  • Proficient to advanced PPT, Excel, and research database skills are fundamental to success in this role
  • Able to tell a compelling story from data in a clear and concise manner
  • Experience with programming, (Python, Alteryx), data visualization (Power BI, Tableau, and data management (SQL) a plus, not required
  • Database experience with Capital IQ, Bloomberg, Factiva, and open sources are a plus
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
  • Willingness to work outside of normal U.S. business hours, and as unique projects/needs arise
  • Ability to work full time in an office and remote environment; physically able to sit/stand at a computer and work in front of a computer screen for significant portions of the workday
  • Must become familiar with, and promote and abide by, our Core Values as defined by the AlixPartners' Code of Conduct and foster an inclusive environment with people at all levels of an organization
Responsibilities
  • Conduct research and analysis using various research tools including Capital IQ, Bloomberg, Factiva, Statista, Gartner and Forrester
  • Perform analysis using various data sets and work with external research providers to ensure quality and timely delivery of financial, situation and performance analysis and research
  • Review connections to potential target clients and communicate results to consultants
  • Ensure effective communication and coordination with industry practice and Business Intelligence (BIC) teams
  • Provide ad hoc business development support and research assistance to the various service lines, which includes identifying best sources for industry data
  • Additional responsibilities as identified. This description is not designed to encompass a comprehensive listing of required activities, duties or responsibilities