Commercial Vehicle Analyst

GlobalData is a specialist information services business on a mission to help our clients decode the future, make better decisions and reach more customers. Using our unique data, expert analysis and innovative solutions we deliver intelligence on the world’s largest industries for companies, government organisations and industry professionals.

We began our journey in 2016, by combining a diverse range of specialist information services companies, with decades of trusted customer relationships and deep sector specialisms. Today, we operate as a single company and one fully integrated platform, with more than 3,500 colleagues worldwide, across 20+ industries, delivering value for over 5,000 customers.

GlobalData is at a pivotal point in its growth journey. Following multiple acquisitions and having recently received transformational investment we need curious, ambitious, courageous people to support us in achieving our vision of becoming the world’s trusted source of strategic industry intelligence.

Our big ambitions mean that life at GlobalData is fast paced, entrepreneurial and rewarding. We recognise the collective power of our people, and it’s the collaboration of our teams that have shaped our success and will continue to do so in the future.

GlobalData’s Automotive team is looking to hire a Commercial Vehicle Analyst. This position provides a key contribution to the development of our CV market reports, working closely with industry analysts and initially focusing on the Bus Sector.

What you'll be doing...

• Market and Industry Research: Gain awareness and understanding of the regulatory, technological, and economic environment facing industry stakeholders. Conduct research into market and industry developments based on industry sources. Work alongside colleagues within the CV Team to identify, understand and summarise market trends and industry-specific issues.
• Data Gathering and Processing: Regular and ongoing data gathering, error checking, processing, and analysis. Maintain, monitor and ensure both integrity and consistency of the commercial vehicle database and analytical systems. Prepare regular quarterly and monthly data downloads and deliverables. Demonstrate a desire to help optimise and improve methodology and processes.
• Develop and Enhance Forecasts: The successful candidate will receive training in GD’s automotive forecasting methodologies. In time, the analyst will be expected to take on responsibility for an element of topline and market share forecasting, with an initial focus on the Bus Sector. The analyst will collaborate with industry experts and thought leaders to gather insights and validate forecasts, ensuring they reflect the latest market intelligence.
• Written Analysis: Contribute to regular syndicated and specific written reports and blogs, adhering to established deadlines. In time, provide customer-facing webinars and presentations.
• Customer-Facing Support: Respond to internal and external requests for support through data manipulation and participation in web meetings, for example supporting the GD Sales Team and introducing prospective clients to the Automotive IC.

What we're looking for...

• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences, including colleagues, clients, and external contacts. Experience in customer-facing presentations is a plus.
• Strong analytical abilities, with a talent for sourcing, absorbing, and processing new information efficiently.
• Proficiency in summarizing research findings with clarity and attention to detail.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving, coupled with a passion for staying up to date with industry trends and developments.
• Strong interest in market research and analysis, ideally within the automotive sector.
• Advanced proficiency in PC applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Interest in working with large databases and numerical systems.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to industry events for research purposes and to represent the GD brand.
• Bachelor's degree required; a numerate discipline is preferred but not essential.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage schedules, and meet deadlines, with at least two years of relevant professional experience.

In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech and more. GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.