Market Research and Data Analyst

Job Description

 

Putting people first, every day

BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

 

Your Opportunity

 

About BDO Market Intelligence

BDO’s Market Intelligence practice and its services are designed to listen, analyze, and package objective market data and client insightâ”across a number of key industries and macroeconomic trendsâ”to complement BDO’s business strategy, pursuit and delivery efforts.

 

Role Description

Based in the GTA, the role of the Market Research & Data Analyst is to provide leadership in the delivery of strategic insights into industry and macroeconomic trends in the Canadian economy and ultimately lead and/or support the development and design of communication solutions (i.e. data visualizations) to enhance research deliverables.

 

Working with a direct team of like-minded research specialists and creative talent, you’ll have access to resources to support the production and creation of marketing artifacts to enhance your research deliverables. In addition, you’ll also be working with a world-class team of Partners and Sr. Leaders who bring a breadth of knowledge and insight that will guide and support efforts within our Market Research programs.

 

The Senior Market Research Analyst reports into the Market Intelligence Lead.

 

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities

 

• Strong ability to identify gaps and gather research to support business activities
• Great understanding of the Canadian market and an ability to recognize industry and macro-economic trends
• Leverage data to develop insights and reports that can be broken down by sectors (i.e. banking, education, power generation) and market segments (i.e. small business, mid-market, enterprise)
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills
• Support the development of market-related applications and tools through research programs
• Engage in innovation programs that help identify new opportunities and solutions
• Build and refine a wide range of engaging and consistent communications artifacts
• Liaison with and support national marketing relationship across key projects
• Able to meet and exceed project commitments, always keeping internal stakeholders informed of projects and progress
• Review and proofread artifacts to produce accurate and high-quality work
• Ability to grasp the substance of business issues being communicated and clarify audience understanding
• A team player who demonstrates initiative and coordination proficiencies
• Synchronize and brainstorm with others at various levels in the organization in a strategic manner

 

How do we define success for your role?

• You demonstrate BDO’s core values through all aspect of your work: Integrity, Respect and Collaboration
• You understand your client’s industry, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high quality work
• You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clients
• You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains & attracts talent
• You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace
• You grow your expertise through learning and professional development.

 

Your experience and education

• 2+ years’ experience in a research environment (Market Research certifications are a value-add)
• Strong quantitative research, analytical, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills, can tell a story with and through data
• Skilled and proficient with one or more data analysis (Python, R, Excel, etc.) and data visualization tools (PowerBI, Tableau, etc.)
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a strong client service orientation
• Ability to work quickly and accurately while maintaining strong attention to detail
• Highly motivated, self-directed & possess a driven personality capable of working within tight deadlines
• Solid interpersonal skills, coaching skills, collaboration and proven ability to influence across organizational boundaries
• Success-driven, works well in a diverse team and enjoy a dynamic and changing environment
• French language skills are an asset but not required

 

Why BDO?

Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2023 . This recognition is a milestone we’re thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences.

 

Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways:

• We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada.
• We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development.
• We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community.

 

Giving back adds up: Where company meets community. BDO is actively involved in our communities by supporting local charity initiatives. We support staff with local and national events where you will be given the opportunity to contribute to your community.

Total rewards that matter: We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution. We provide flexible benefits from day one, and a market leading personal time off policy. We are committed to supporting your overall wellness beyond working hours and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.

Everyone counts: We believe every employee should have the opportunity to participate and succeed. Through leadership by our Chief Inclusion and Diversity Officer, we are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. We recognize and celebrate the valuable differences among each of us, including race, religious beliefs, physical or mental disabilities, age, place of origin, marital status, family status, gender or gender identity and sexual orientation. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us .

Hybrid new normal: As a hybrid workplace, all BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and remotely unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place.

 

Ready to make your mark at BDO? Click “Apply now” to send your up-to-date resume to one of our Talent Acquisition Specialists.

 

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