Senior Retail Insights Consultant

Position: Senior Retail Insights Consultant

Division: Consumer Consulting

Location: Hyderabad

About GlobalData

GlobalData is a leading intelligence platform with a presence in all major markets. We collaborate with global brands to deliver unique insights that facilitate informed business decisions.

Our market leading Retail Consulting team has a proven track record of partnering with the world’s largest retailers and retail-centric businesses to enhance their success, by providing a deep understanding of the retail sector and its future performance.

Overview

GlobalData’s Retail Consulting Team is seeking a Senior Retail Insights Consultant with a keen interest in the retail sector. In this dynamic role, you will deliver projects for retailers and retail brands, focusing on critical business intelligence and analysing consumer behaviours and trends that will shape the future of the retail sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research and analysis to produce high-quality deliverables, including accurate market sizing, consumer behaviour analysis, and trend identification
• Present insights and recommendations to clients, engaging directly with their questions and feedback.
• Identify growth opportunities and develop clear, actionable recommendations based on data trends and client objectives.
• Develop market knowledge, becoming a ‘subject matter expert’ on your assigned countries and sectors.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient and on time execution of consulting projects
  
  

• Research Skills: Competence in secondary and primary research techniques, with the ability to summarise findings and produce valuable insights.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and align outputs with client objectives, developing strategic recommendations based on sector dynamics.
• Data Analysis: Proficient in MS Excel, including advanced functions and modelling, to support project delivery and insight, with a methodical approach to working with large data sets to meet a defined objective.
• Curiosity and Passion: A proactive and curious mindset, with a passion for understanding retail and consumer behaviour.
• Report & Presentation Skills: Able to produce impactful reports and presentations, ensuring clarity and professionalism in all deliverables.
  
  

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present findings confidently to clients.
• Strong time management and organisational skills, capable of managing multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• A proactive problem-solver with a flexible approach, able to work independently, demonstrating initiative and problem-solving capabilities, whilst also collaborating effectively within a team.
  
  

• A minimum 2:1 degree in any discipline, ideally from a leading university, or equivalent commercial experience.
• 2-5 years of experience in retail, consulting, or an analytical role is desirable, with some flexibility for candidates demonstrating strong potential.