Research Analyst at First Excelsia Professional Services

First Excelsia Professional Services Limited – Our client, one of the leading companies in our field, is hiring suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Research Analyst

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Finance

Job Summary

The primary activity of the role is to interpret, manage, and analyze research data to translate results into better solutions.
The ideal role holder will work to facilitate greater and better returns through research calls, meetings, data of the competitive market, surveys and though habit analysis.

Job Description

Meet with clients and vendors to discuss strategies and procedures.
Collect documents and data of and from clients.
Analyze past operations’ results and perform variance analyses.
Use data analysis and interpretations to guide the decision-making of the business.
Developing pricing models and identify areas of improvement using operations data.
Ability to use statistical, economic and data modelling techniques and tools.
Organize and store data for future research projects.
Assist team in preparing variety of documents and presentations including memos using Microsoft Suite
Interpreting markets to conclude financial recommendations for clients.
Testing processes, policies, and protocols for improvement as well as efficiency.
Developing recommendations to improve business operations in the future.

Person Specification

Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Finance, Marketing, or any related discipline.
2 – 4 years of experience in conducting market research.
Additional certifications are preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite.is required.
Attention to details and commitment to accuracy.
Working knowledge of the target industry and market.
Excellent written, oral and presentation communication skills.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Proficiency using the web, private and public database as a research base is an advantage.
Ability to keep sensitive business financial information confidential is required.