Research Analyst Graduate

Puig SL; Australia; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Employee discount

Learning & development

Job summary

Puig is seeking a Graduate Research Analyst to support the Senior Finance Manager with high-quality research, data analysis, and insights to inform strategic decisions. You’ll collaborate with Finance and General Management, exposure to executive reporting, and gain hands-on experience building dashboards and forecasts.

Ideal candidates are analytical, detail-oriented graduates with strong Excel skills and familiarity with data visualization tools; knowledge of SQL/Python is a plus.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate in Business, Economics, Data Analytics, Commerce, or related discipline.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with attention to detail.
• Advanced proficiency with Excel and a solid understanding of data visualisation tools.
• Exposure to SQL and Python is advantageous but not required.

Responsibilities

• Analyse sales, cost, and margin data to understand business performance.
• Build and update reports, dashboards, and spreadsheets.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and scenario analysis.
• Conduct research on market trends, competitors, and industry benchmarks.
• Support the preparation of monthly and quarterly reports with visuals and summaries.
• Ensure data is accurate, consistent, and clearly presented for senior leaders.
• Maintain KPIs and reporting trackers.
• Provide ad-hoc analysis to support Finance Manager and General Manager.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business / Economics / Data Analytics / Commerce or related

Tools

PowerBI

Tableau

SQL

Python

Excel

Job description

Puig is a home of Love Brands within a family company that furthers wellness, confidence and self-expression while leaving a better world. For more than a century, our entrepreneurial spirit and passion for creativity have made us a challenger in the premium beauty industry.

With 17 Love Brands across Fragrance and Fashion, Makeup and Skincare, we create stories that connect with people’s emotions and are powered by a global team of over 13,000 passionate professionals. With products sold in more than 150 countries and €5,042 million in net revenue in 2025, and guided by strong values and sustainability commitments, Puig continues to grow as a Home of Creativity: an open-minded space where Creators Of All Kinds are empowered to thrive, innovate and express who they are.

The Opportunity

The Graduate Research Analyst supports the Senior Finance Manager by providing high quality research, data analysis, and insights that inform strategic decision making across the business.

Working closely with key stakeholders, including the Finance Manager for day to day guidance and development, the General Manager for strategic insight and exposure to leadership decision making, and broader teams across the business, this role is ideal for an analytical and curious graduate who enjoys working with data, exploring trends, and presenting clear, concise findings to senior stakeholders. You will gain exposure to executive and board level reporting while building strong foundations in commercial and financial analysis.

What you'll get to do

• Analyse sales, cost, and margin data to understand business performance
• Build and update reports, dashboards, and spreadsheets
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and scenario analysis
• Conduct research on market trends, competitors, and industry benchmarks
• Support the preparation of monthly and quarterly reports, including visuals and summaries
• Ensure data is accurate, consistent, and clearly presented for senior leaders
• Maintain key performance metrics (KPIs) and reporting trackers
• Provide ad-hoc analysis to support the Finance Manager and General Manager

We'd love to meet you if you have

• Recent graduate* (or soon-to-be graduate) in Business, Economics, Data Analytics, Commerce, or a related discipline. *Graduated within the past 24 months
• Strong attention to detail, with a focus on accuracy, structure, and clarity.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills
• Advanced proficiency with Excel and an understanding of data visualisation tools (e.g., PowerBI, Tableau, etc).
• Solid organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and timelines.
• Clear and concise communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Experience with research methodologies or university research projects.
• Exposure to SQL, Python, or other analytical tools (advantageous, not required)
• An interest in market trends, consumer behaviour, or business strategy.
• Full working rights in Australia
• Ability to commence fulltime in September/October 2026.

Please include your CV, a brief cover letter, and your academic transcript in your attachment for your application.

We welcome Creators Of All Kinds. If you are unsure of meeting all the requirements but trust you have the transferable skills to excel in this role, complete the application and our teams will get in touch if you are selected for an interview.

Due to the high volume of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT US

• An entrepreneurial, creative and welcoming work culture
• A range of learning and development opportunities
• An international company with plenty of opportunities to grow
• A competitive compensation & benefits package
• Company events and well-being initiatives
• Employee discount on our products

Puig is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

At Puig, we are continually looking for enthusiastic and committed individuals from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences to join our team. We believe that creating an inclusive environment in which you feel welcomed, valued, engaged, and empowered strengthens our business and fosters a culture where we are inspired to work hard, challenge ourselves, and be innovative in our thinking. Additionally, we believe that the diversity of our employees makes us a stronger company and better able to serve our customers around the world.