Senior Analyst - Utility Research - Power/Electricity/Water

JOB SUMMARY :

- The Utilities Research Senior Analyst (Career Level 10) supports senior researchers on both internal and client-facing research projects globally.

- Responsibilities will include carrying out small research projects and actively contributing to more complex projects led by others.

- The role will require strong analytical and problem-solving skills, quantitative skills, business acumen, a client service mindset and above all, a passion for the Utility industry (Power/Electricity/Water) and the clients that we serve. Flexibility, personal drive and an eagerness to learn and apply new skills and knowledge are of paramount importance.

- The position is based in India.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

- Carry out research projects for internal business customers and end clients, in close collaboration with others from across our Strategy & Consulting business area as well as fellow researchers.

- Understand the key issues facing utilities and the utility industry at large to be able to design core research questions to help inform and overcome.

- Understand key consumer, market and technology trends impacting the utility industry, and continually build expertise in core areas of interest by staying abreast of key industry developments

- Draw on both traditional and innovative data sources and research methodologies to explore the key questions in a logical, structured manner.

- Identify the implications of the research and support the creation of a compelling, business-focused story about the data that is relevant to the end client. This is about insight, not just information.

- Analyze, visualize and interpret data from multiple sources for client use.

- Contribute to high-quality presentation materials for current and potential large clients.

- Work with the Data Science team to put models into projects.

- Accountable for deadlines and quality standards.

- Support the on-going development of Accenture Research's profile, visibility and brand across our consulting practice 

SKILLS :

We are looking for someone who has a comprehensive skill set :

Core skills :

- Strong grasp of data, with ability to analyze, visualize, and interpret

- An appetite to use data creatively to drive business outcomes

- Able to learn and embrace new sources, tools, and skills, including alternative modes of research delivery/data visualization tools also a plus (e.g., Power BI, Qlik etc.). Eventually must be able to develop dashboards on Power BI/Qlik.

- Having deep financial analysis skills (analysis of P/L, B/S and C/F statements) and financial modelling skills

- Foundation of core research strategy skills & problem solving

- Attention to detail

- Experience or demonstrated interest in the Utility industry, including sense of the role of digital, technology and sustainability in disrupting the Utility industry

- Strong communications skills and interest in storytelling

- Ability to plan and manage time and own workload

Other skills and knowledge :

- Intellectual curiosity

- Willingness to learn and grow

- Clear enthusiasm for research

Qualifications :

- A bachelor's degree in economics, business, finance, engineering, computer science or other related areas. Full-time advanced degree (MBA or Masters in economics or equivalent) preferred.

- Fluent in business English (spoken and written)

Work Experience :

- Analyst or similar

- 1 to 3 years of research experience

- Business research experience, preferably in a consulting environment, market research firm, think tank, financial institution, or other third party research organization or demonstrated equivalent skill

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