Analyst in Oxford

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.

We are looking for a Research Analyst to join our Agribusiness Research team in Oxford. Working closely with Team Leads and other senior analysts, you will play a key role in maintaining GlobalData’s position as a trusted source of market intelligence on the global agri-commodity markets including sugar, cocoa, coffee, vegetable oils and biofuels. This is an ideal role for someone with a background in economics, agricultural economics, or a related quantitative discipline who is eager to apply their analytical skills to real-world commodity markets and grow into a sector specialist role.

Key responsibilities:

• Assist in the collection, organisation, and maintenance of data covering agri-commodity supply, demand, trade, prices, and policy developments across major producing and consuming countries.
• Support the development of analytical models and forecasts, working alongside Senior Analysts to update key datasets and validate assumptions.
• Contribute to the preparation of weekly, monthly, and quarterly publications, ensuring data accuracy and consistency across all outputs.
• Conduct desk research and quantitative analysis to support market reports, client presentations, and consulting projects.
• Monitor relevant news, policy changes, and industry developments, helping the team identify emerging trends and risks.
• Liaise with industry participants including traders, producers, and government agencies to gather information and validate market intelligence.
• Support the delivery of bespoke client projects and data requests under the guidance of senior analysts and the Agribusiness Consultancy Director.
• Collaborate with other agribusiness teams (biofuels, oleochemicals, sugar, vegetable oils, coffee, cocoa etc.) to share data and ensure alignment across commodities.
• Occasionally attend client meetings, industry events, or research trips, representing GlobalData in a professional and informed manner.

Role requirements:

• Degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in Economics, Agricultural Economics, or a related numerate discipline.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with data analysis or visualisation tools (e.g. Power BI, R, Python) is an advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present data clearly.
• An interest in commodity markets, agriculture, and global trade.
• Highly organised, able to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to learn from senior analysts.

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.