Senior Insights Analyst - Financial Services

Who We Are

Escalent is an award-winning data analytics and advisory firm that helps clients understand human and market behaviors to navigate disruption. As catalysts of progress for more than 40 years, our strategies guide the world’s leading brands. We accelerate growth by creating a seamless flow between primary, secondary, syndicated, and internal business data, providing consulting and advisory services from insights through implementation. Based on a profound understanding of what drives human beings and markets, we identify actions that build brands, enhance customer experiences, inspire product innovation and boost business productivity. We listen, learn, question, discover, innovate, and deliver—for each other and our clients—to make the world work better for people.

Why Escalent? Once you join our team you will have the opportunity to...

• Access experts across industries for maximum learning opportunities including Weekly Knowledge Sharing Sessions, LinkedIn Learning, and more.
• Gain exposure to a rich variety of research techniques from knowledgeable professionals.
• Enjoy a remote first/hybrid work environment with a flexible schedule.
• Obtain insights into the needs and challenges of your clients—to learn how the world’s leading brands use research.
• Experience peace of mind working for a company with a commitment to conducting research ethically.
• Build lasting relationships with fun colleagues in a culture that values each person.

Role Overview

People in the Insights & Consulting roles at Escalent lead the development of insights and storytelling and own the data analysis and reporting phases of our work. We have a development path that encourages continual growth. The progression steps include: Associate, Insights Analyst, Senior Insights Analyst, Insights Manager, Senior Insights Manager, and Director of Insights. There is a parallel path of roles called Project Management that focuses on the project logistics, timing and budget.

Insights & Consulting positions are accountable for:

• Presenting insights that address the client or industry’s needs.
• Proper application of analytical techniques & tools
• Creating client-ready materials on time
• Sound process & integrity of insights

The Salary Range for this position is $70,000 - $85,000. If this is not the right level for you, please check out our other postings. For this remote position, must be based in the United States.

What would you do?

You will work closely with colleagues in Project Management and Sales & Strategic Growth in delivering our solutions in a high-quality manner.

You serve as

• the architect of primary data collection processes,
• the owner of the analytical plan,
• steward of data quality,
• framer of the storyline,
• creator of the deliverables, and
• builder of credibility with our clients

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of surveys/questionnaires to answer client objectives.
• Confirm data integrity and perform analysis to identify trends.
• Continuously monitor quality levels, and manage quality problems.
• Design research instruments as necessary.
• Ensure quality of and approve programmed questionnaires, including communication with the programmer or programming vendor.
• Analyze research results and collaborate with the Client Management team member to interpret research findings and implications.
• Write headlines for reports or prepare deliverables that adds value to the client by relating the research findings to the business objectives in a manner that is clear, presentable and actionable.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor degree in a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• Must have minimum of 2 years experience in business, market analysis, or market research. Prior experience supporting market research projects in the industry preferred, but not required.
• Must have academic and/or practical experience with survey or market research methodologies.
• Must have ability to recommend research methodologies that address client needs and adhere to budget expectations.
• Must have above average communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must instill confidence with project team members and client contacts when communicating directly with clients.
• Must demonstrate strong analytical skills with experience in statistical modeling and analysis preferred.
• Must be able to handle multiple clients and projects simultaneously.
• Must be proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Proficiency in at least 1 data analysis package (e.g. SPSS, SAS) required.
• Prior experience with qualitative research projects preferred. Prior moderation of focus groups, nice to have.
• If participating in qualitative studies, ability to travel domestically or internationally may be required.

Compensation, Benefits, and Culture

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Large carriers on a national level (domestic partner coverage included)
• 401k with Company Match
• Flexible PTO - Feel no guilt in taking off a minimum of 3 weeks of “real” vacation time
• Paid Parental leave: 8 weeks
• Paid Sick Leave: up to 8 weeks
• 12 Paid Company Holidays
• Hybrid/Virtual Work - Virtual-first workforce with employees in most states
• Salary range for this role is $70,000 - $85,000

EEO/AA EMPLOYER M/F/V/D

Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

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