Research Analyst - KPO - IIT/NIT/DCE/NSIT

Responsibility

- Work closely with colleagues within the Global Sourcing (GS) practice, other practices, and external market participants to support client engagements, develop syndicated reports, as well as internal business development efforts

- Develop domain knowledge and get recognized as SMEs within Everest Group as well as the wider industry

- Work as an integral team member on custom advisory research and published research, with independent responsibility on modules. Key activities

Problem structuring and analysis

Support gathering, structuring, and knowledge management

Suggesting processes for filling any data or analysis gaps

Begin to own select work streams for project deliverables

- Conduct detailed numerical analysis to identify key trends effecting markets, consolidate analysis, and develop the knowledge into best in class industry reports

- Proactively develop new content and depth of insight in identified work-streams

- Ensure quality of products and adherence to Everest Group standards

Skills and Activities

- Strong problem solving skills, intellectual curiosity, and analytical capability

- Strong oral and written communication skills, including attention to detail

- Project management skills: ability to multi-task, work under pressure, and successfully manage deadlines

- Self-motivated, strong organization skills (able to manage own time and prioritize), and work independently

- Ability to interact and effectively work with others in a global team environment

- Comfort with ambiguity of an entrepreneurial environment

- Motivated to excel in business

- Comfort with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Outlook)

- Solid business judgment, professional in appearance

Education and Experience

We are seeking a high calibre individual to maintain our exceptional standards. This person should have:

- Degree in Engineering - B.E./B.Tech from reputed institutes (e.g. IITs, NITs, PEC)

- 1-3 years work experience in a professional services environment (Management Consulting/ Business Research)

- Interest in global services sector (e.g., outsourcing/offshoring space) and sourcing trends

- History of excellence in academics, personal and vocational achievements