Market Analyst, DB6 in Stockport

We have an immediate opening for a Market Analyst to analyse, interpret and process sales data for our global Consumer Healthcare (CHC) sales database, DB6. The role will also involve data-related analysis for our numerous clients. Numeracy and proficiency in Excel are a must. Additional experience in database programmes such as Filemaker and data visualisation services such as Power BI would also be of interest. Programming skills are not required. Experience of working with audit data (e.g., Nielsen, IRI), gathering industry information and extrapolating from multiple sources of data and soft information would also be highly advantageous.

The post requires an eye for detail, strong communication and teamwork skills and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. You will be self-motivated, able to demonstrate initiative and ambition, and looking for the opportunity to gain early responsibility in a fast-moving environment where promotion is frequently from within. We sometimes recruit at entry level but are also interested in meeting people with previous experience in the working world who can bring new perspectives to our company.

• Produce an annual database (with quarterly updates) of CHC sales, which shows the most accurate picture of market trends with the information available.
• Each team member is allocated specific markets for which they are responsible for the data analysis / processing.
• Incorporate information gathered from local audits, manufacturer interviews, data validations, companies’ published data, desk research, and other sources into the database.
• Analyse and manipulate data gathered from the above sources to fit our DB6 definitions and extrapolate the data to the correct time period where necessary.
• Monitor regional activities (e.g. regulatory changes, M&A, incidence of seasonal pathologies, launch activity) using in-house information and desk research, to enable you to “fill in the gaps”, where required.
• Liaise with the appropriate periodicals team to ensure that the dataset agrees with the latest research and knowledge of the market.

• Liaise / negotiate with clients and quoting prices for ad hoc data requests / customised projects.
• Prepare and send out data to clients (may involve some additional research / analysis).
• Complete data requests / projects for global subscribers under their contracted consultancy hours.
• Using statistical techniques and industry knowledge, make forecasts and projections to assist with client’s business planning.
• Provide assistance to and training clients to ensure that they are able to make the most of all the database features.
• Customise the data to meet the individual requirements of subscribers.
• Use data expertise to help researchers / writers and consultants with data for their reports and projects where necessary.
• Validate the DB6 dataset with industry experts contacts where possible, to improve robustness of the data.
• Team members are encouraged to come up with ideas for and implement development of new products, features and client customisations.

Nicholas Hall Europe Ltd. is a dynamic and talent-driven organisation, acknowledged as the leader in its field. We are a Marketing Consultancy and Publishing House specialising in consumer healthcare and have an unrivalled reputation among clients around the world, such as Haleon, Bayer, Opella, Kenvue and Reckitt, who rely on us to keep them informed. Yet we’re small enough for each individual member of the team to make a difference.

Please send your CV and explain in a covering letter why you are suitable for this position. Our HQ is in Southend-On-Sea, Essex, UK. Office attendance will be required periodically, but this is predominantly a home based role. We are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief. Must be eligible to work in the UK without company visa sponsorship.