Associate Consultant

Euromonitor; United Arab Emirates; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global data agency in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an Associate Consultant or Consultant to join its Dubai office. The role involves managing and supporting research projects, analyzing findings, and presenting insights to clients in the MEAI region. Ideal candidates will have a strong financial analysis background, excellent communication skills, and 4–6 years of relevant experience in strategy consulting or investment banking. The firm offers a flexible working environment, competitive salary, and numerous opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Competitive salary

Enhanced healthcare

Generous holiday allowance

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proficiency in English; Arabic is desirable.
• 4–6 years of experience in strategy consulting, market research, or investment banking.
• Experience leading small research teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage research and fact-gathering for consulting engagements.
• Analyse findings and present actionable insights to clients.
• Work closely with industry experts to enhance client service.

Skills

Financial analysis

Excellent communication

Analytical skills

Project management

Data and financial modeling

Curiosity and commercial mindset

Education

Degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Business, Engineering or related field

Tools

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

About Us

Euromonitor International leads the world in data analytics and research into markets, industries, economies and consumers. We provide truly global insight and data on thousands of products and services and are the first destination for organisations seeking growth. With our guidance, our clients can make bold, strategic decisions with confidence.

About the Role

Euromonitor International is hiring an Associate Consultant or Consultant for its Dubai office on a full‑time basis. The role reports to a Consulting Manager in Dubai and involves leading and supporting research projects, managing research and fact‑gathering, analysing and synthesising findings, and developing deliverables for clients in the MEAI region.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and execute ad‑hoc consulting engagements from research design to delivery. • Manage the research and fact‑gathering process. • Analyse and synthesise findings to produce actionable insights. • Deliver high‑quality deliverables and present findings to clients. • Work closely with syndicated industry experts to enrich client service and industry knowledge.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong comfort with financial analysis and understanding of key drivers.
• Ability to support projects outside the home office territory and manage global projects.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Experience in high‑paced environments, managing multiple projects.
• Initiative to work independently and execute projects related to corporate strategy, M&A, portfolio strategy, target screening, commercial due diligence and IPOs.
• Curiosity and commercial mindset, keen to learn and understand client perspectives.
• Excellent analytical skills, comfortable with data and financial modelling.
• Strong attention to detail and entrepreneurial mindset.
• Proficiency in English; Arabic desirable.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Business, Engineering or related field (Masters, MBA, CFA or equivalent).
• 4–6 years of experience in strategy consulting, market research, investment banking or comparable project‑based roles supporting M&A, CDD and/ou IPOs.
• Demonstrated success in gathering primary and secondary research, analysing/synthesising data, and communicating actionable conclusions.
• Experience leading workstreams and small research teams.
• Advanced MS Office skills, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

Benefits & Culture

• Flexible working hours with hybrid and core‑hour policies. • Competitive salary, enhanced healthcare, pensions and generous holiday allowance. • Opportunities for extensive training and development; many managers and directors are promoted from within. • Commitment to volunteering and corporate social responsibility, including additional volunteer days and matching staff sponsorship fundraising. • Inclusive and diverse workplace with global communication across 16 offices.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Euromonitor International does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non‑merit factor.