Job Description
WHAT YOU'LL DO
As a Research Analyst within BCG’s Data and Research Service (DRS) function, you will take work upon complex research projects independently within our Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT) practice area. You will proactively understand the context of the research ask and deliver actionable insights for BCG’s case proposals, ongoing cases, and business or internal development initiatives. You will demonstrate a deep understanding of the Practice Area to BCG’s Case and Knowledge teams. Over time, you will narrow down to a set of 2-3 topics and research areas of focus based on a mix of research interests and/or case exposures, which will help you provide value-added research support to our Case and Knowledge teams.
The Technology, Media, and Telecom research team at DRS supports consulting cases and other internal teams at BCG by providing deep and comprehensive secondary research solutions. Some of the topics covered by the team on a regular basis include Cloud Computing, Semiconductors, Software, IT Services or Emerging Topics such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Blockchain, etc.
YOU'RE GOOD AT
Delivering insightful research outputs
• You will deliver high-quality research on inbound (and curated) research requests for case/topic teams
• Identify opportunities to deliver "beyond-the-ask" and to deliver more dimension with coordination with seniors in the team (Senior Research Analyst and/or Research Lead)
• You will demonstrate the ability to engage with Case and Knowledge team requestors on uncovering the 'real ask' (why is the information needed) and delivering ready to use materials/suggest opinions for use on the case/topic teams
Developing and demonstrating client responsiveness
• You will proactively build capabilities and tool familiarity required to support case delivery and propose value-adds
• You will network with and build a strong rapport with Associates and Consultants in Case teams and Senior Knowledge Analysts and Lead Knowledge Analysts in the Knowledge teams within the context of cases/requests
• Over time, you will identify 2 or 3 topics and research areas of focus based on a mix of research interests and/or case exposures
Providing guidance to juniors
• You will serve as 'buddy' and first point-of-contact for juniors (Research Associates) for research methods, sources, and output expectations
• Equip and guide Research Associates on resources, templates, systems/processes to utilize in ensuring high-quality delivery on research requests
• Provide quality assurance support and coverage
YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS)
• 2-4 years of relevant working experience, in the technology sector; well versed with major topics such as Cloud Computing, Semiconductors, Software/Applications, IT Services, Datacenters, Tech Hardware/Infrastructure among others
• Engineering/Sciences/Economics/Statistics Graduate degree
• Master’s degree will be a plus
• Proficient with the major databases such as Gartner, Forrester, IDC, CBInsights, eMarketer, Factiva, Hoovers, Refinitiv (Thomson One), Capital IQ etc.
• Excellent English; verbal and written
• Ability to work with wide array of platforms including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; to be able to provide insights in most user-friendly format
YOU'LL WORK WITH
As the Research Analyst, you will collaborate with other knowledge and research specialists of BCG across your region to bring expertise and capabilities to the service of our clients. Our team is made up of a diverse pool of knowledge and research positions that allow us to pursue exciting, innovative research careers.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The Data and Research Services (DRS) function is a dynamic and highly visible center of excellence focused on business research and process innovation. We collaborate with our consulting teams to bring advanced research capabilities to support projects and clients. DRS provides specialist research services to consulting teams and our Knowledge Team, taking deep pride in delivering rapid and precise results.
DRS works with both qualitative and quantitative data, conducting research and providing synthesized results from over 100 commercial sources, publicly available data, company and industry research, macro-economic, commodities, and trade data.
The Technology, Media, and Telecom research team at DRS supports consulting case and other internal teams at BCG by providing deep and comprehensive secondary research solutions. Some of the topics covered by team on a regular basis include Cloud Computing, Semiconductors, Software, IT Services or Emerging Topics such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Blockchain etc
As a Research Analyst within BCG’s Data and Research Service (DRS) function, you will take work upon complex research projects independently within our Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT) practice area. You will proactively understand the context of the research ask and deliver actionable insights for BCG’s case proposals, ongoing cases, and business or internal development initiatives. You will demonstrate a deep understanding of the Practice Area to BCG’s Case and Knowledge teams. Over time, you will narrow down to a set of 2-3 topics and research areas of focus based on a mix of research interests and/or case exposures, which will help you provide value-added research support to our Case and Knowledge teams.
The Technology, Media, and Telecom research team at DRS supports consulting cases and other internal teams at BCG by providing deep and comprehensive secondary research solutions. Some of the topics covered by the team on a regular basis include Cloud Computing, Semiconductors, Software, IT Services or Emerging Topics such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Blockchain, etc.
YOU'RE GOOD AT
Delivering insightful research outputs
• You will deliver high-quality research on inbound (and curated) research requests for case/topic teams
• Identify opportunities to deliver "beyond-the-ask" and to deliver more dimension with coordination with seniors in the team (Senior Research Analyst and/or Research Lead)
• You will demonstrate the ability to engage with Case and Knowledge team requestors on uncovering the 'real ask' (why is the information needed) and delivering ready to use materials/suggest opinions for use on the case/topic teams
Developing and demonstrating client responsiveness
• You will proactively build capabilities and tool familiarity required to support case delivery and propose value-adds
• You will network with and build a strong rapport with Associates and Consultants in Case teams and Senior Knowledge Analysts and Lead Knowledge Analysts in the Knowledge teams within the context of cases/requests
• Over time, you will identify 2 or 3 topics and research areas of focus based on a mix of research interests and/or case exposures
Providing guidance to juniors
• You will serve as 'buddy' and first point-of-contact for juniors (Research Associates) for research methods, sources, and output expectations
• Equip and guide Research Associates on resources, templates, systems/processes to utilize in ensuring high-quality delivery on research requests
• Provide quality assurance support and coverage
YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS)
• 2-4 years of relevant working experience, in the technology sector; well versed with major topics such as Cloud Computing, Semiconductors, Software/Applications, IT Services, Datacenters, Tech Hardware/Infrastructure among others
• Engineering/Sciences/Economics/Statistics Graduate degree
• Master’s degree will be a plus
• Proficient with the major databases such as Gartner, Forrester, IDC, CBInsights, eMarketer, Factiva, Hoovers, Refinitiv (Thomson One), Capital IQ etc.
• Excellent English; verbal and written
• Ability to work with wide array of platforms including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; to be able to provide insights in most user-friendly format
YOU'LL WORK WITH
As the Research Analyst, you will collaborate with other knowledge and research specialists of BCG across your region to bring expertise and capabilities to the service of our clients. Our team is made up of a diverse pool of knowledge and research positions that allow us to pursue exciting, innovative research careers.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The Data and Research Services (DRS) function is a dynamic and highly visible center of excellence focused on business research and process innovation. We collaborate with our consulting teams to bring advanced research capabilities to support projects and clients. DRS provides specialist research services to consulting teams and our Knowledge Team, taking deep pride in delivering rapid and precise results.
DRS works with both qualitative and quantitative data, conducting research and providing synthesized results from over 100 commercial sources, publicly available data, company and industry research, macro-economic, commodities, and trade data.
The Technology, Media, and Telecom research team at DRS supports consulting case and other internal teams at BCG by providing deep and comprehensive secondary research solutions. Some of the topics covered by team on a regular basis include Cloud Computing, Semiconductors, Software, IT Services or Emerging Topics such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Blockchain etc
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