Junior Business Analyst

EXL Talent Acquisition Team; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous bonus

Private healthcare

Critical illness insurance

Income protection

Pension plan

Cycle to work scheme

Stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Hybrid working model

Job summary

EXL is seeking a Market Research / Junior Business Analyst in London to join the Data and AI team. You will research market trends, support client proposals, and help develop new ideas.

Ideal for someone with around one year of experience who enjoys presenting findings and collaborating with senior stakeholders. You will create PowerPoint presentations, support RFPs, and work on AI-related research initiatives.

Qualifications

• Around 1 year's professional experience in market research, business support, administration, marketing, sales support or a similar role.
• A degree is preferred.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market and competitor research across a range of industries.
• Analyse research and present findings in a clear and concise way.
• Create professional PowerPoint presentations for internal and client use.
• Support the preparation of RFPs (Request for Proposal) and client documents.
• Research market trends, emerging technologies and AI developments.
• Use AI tools to support research and generate ideas.
• Work with colleagues across the business on a variety of projects.
• Support ad hoc research and reporting activities.

Skills

Presentation skills

Stakeholder communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Location:London, United Kingdom (Hybrid, 4 days per week in the office)
Employment Type: Permanent
Experience:Around 1 year
Start Date:ASAP

We are looking for an enthusiastic and ambitious Market Research / Junior Business Analystto join our growing team in London.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with around one year's experience who enjoys research, creating presentations and supporting business growth. You will work closely with senior stakeholders to research market trends, support client proposals and help develop new ideas across EXL's Data and AI business.

Responsibilities

As part of your duties, you will be responsible for:

• Conduct market and competitor research across a range of industries.
• Analyse research and present findings in a clear and concise way.
• Create professional PowerPoint presentations for internal and client use.
• Support the preparation of RFPs (Request for Proposal) and client documents.
• Research market trends, emerging technologies and AI developments.
• Use AI tools to support research and generate ideas.
• Work with colleagues across the business on a variety of projects.
• Support ad hoc research and reporting activities.

Qualifications and experience we consider to be essential for the role

• Around 1 year's professional experience in market research, business support, administration, marketing, sales support or a similar role.
• A degree is preferred.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Confident working with senior stakeholders.

Eager to learn, proactive and willing to get stuck in.

Essential skills

• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word

Qualifications

This is an opportunity to help shape the future of Data and AI within a global organisation.

You'll benefit from:

• A structured career path.
• Exposure to senior business leaders.
• Hands‑on experience with AI technologies.
• Opportunities to influence real business decisions.
• A collaborative and supportive team.

Continuous learning and development.

As part of a leading global data and artificial intelligence ("AI") company, you can look forward to:

• A competitive salary with a generous bonus, private healthcare, critical illness life assurance at 4 x your annual salary, income protection insurance, and a rewarding pension.
• EXL provides everyday financial well-being solutions, such as cash back cards, in which you can earn cashback while enjoying discounts, promotions, and offers from top retailers. We also offer a Cycle Scheme where you can save money on bikes and cycling accessories.
• At EXL, we are committed to providing our employees with the tools and resources they need to succeed and excel in their careers. We offer a wide range of professional and personal development opportunities. We also support a range of learning initiatives that allow our employees to build on their existing skills and knowledge. From online courses to seminars and workshops, our employees can enhance their skills and stay up to date with the latest trends and technologies.
• As an Equal Opportunity Employer, EXL is committed to diversity. Our company does not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, age, or disability status.
• EXL employees are eligible to purchase stock as part of our Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• At EXL, we offer a flexible hybrid working model that allows employees to live a balanced, healthy lifestyle while strengthening our culture of collaboration.

To be considered for this role, you must already be eligible to work in the United Kingdom.