Market Research Analyst

Walker Lovell; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy-backed organization in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Business Development Analyst to transform data into strategic insights that drive market influence. The role involves tracking KPIs, analyzing financial data, and producing impactful reports for senior leadership. Candidates should have at least 2 years of relevant experience and strong Excel skills. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including annual bonuses and relocation assistance.

Benefits

2 months’ salary annual bonus

30 days’ annual leave

Medical and life insurance

Housing and transportation

Relocation package for candidates moving to the UAE

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in finance, business analytics, or data-focused roles.
• Proven ability to manage and interpret complex datasets.
• Analytical problem-solver who can translate data into insights.

Responsibilities

• Track and interpret key KPIs for commercial performance.
• Analyse financial, operational, and market data for optimisation.
• Produce reports and presentations for senior leadership.
• Collaborate with Planning, Trade Finance, and Commercial teams.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Data interpretation

Confident communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or Engineering

Tools

Advanced Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Business Development Analyst

Location: UAE

Transform data into decisions that move markets.

Why This Business

Partner with a globally respected organisation backed by one of the world’s leading energy companies — a business with the scale, stability, and investment power to influence markets worldwide. In this role, you’ll sit at the heart of commercial performance, turning numbers into strategy and giving decision-makers the intelligence they need to act with confidence.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Track and interpret key KPIs to maintain clear visibility of commercial performance.
• Analyse financial, operational, and market data to identify opportunities for optimisation.
• Produce high-impact reports and presentations for senior leadership using advanced Excel and PowerPoint.
• Collaborate with Planning, Trade Finance, and Commercial teams to align insights with execution.

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in finance, business analytics, or data-focused roles (in-house preferred).
• Strong Excel skills and proven ability to manage and interpret complex datasets.
• Confident communicator able to present insights clearly to senior stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or Engineering.

Who This Suits

You’re an analytical problem-solver who thrives on translating data into commercially relevant insight. You want visibility, responsibility, and the chance to influence trading and investment decisions in a high-profile, well-backed organisation.

Benefits

• Inclusive package + 2 months’ salary annual bonus
• 30 days’ annual leave
• Medical and life insurance
• Housing and transportation
• Relocation package for candidates moving to the UAE

Apply now for a confidential conversation with Walker Lovell.