Research Associate - Infrastructure Insights

BENTLEY SYSTEMS, INC.; London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering software company is seeking a Research Associate to monitor and report on infrastructure insights. The role involves conducting research, analyzing trends, and producing data-driven reports to shape strategic direction. Candidates should have robust analytical and communication skills, with a background in public policy or related fields. An attractive salary and benefits package is provided.

Benefits

Attractive salary

Benefits package

Commitment to diversity and wellbeing

Qualifications

• 5+ years in research, consulting, or policy analysis.
• Ability to synthesize complex information into actionable insights.
• Commitment to sustainability and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Lead monitoring and reporting for industry insights.
• Conduct desk-based research on infrastructure sectors.
• Synthesize findings into reports and analyses.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in public policy or related field

Master's degree

Job description

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Research Associate - Infrastructure Insights

Location: London, GB Dublin 2, IE GB Remote, IE

Research Associate

Infrastructure Insights

Location: UK or Ireland

Work mode: Home Based - Hybrid

Position Summary:

The Research Associate - Infrastructure Insights plays a key role in advancing Bentley’s mission to inform and inspire positive change across the global infrastructure ecosystem. Sitting within the Infrastructure Policy & Advocacy (IPA) initiative, this role leads industry-insight monitoring and reporting for Bentley’s leadership team.

You will design and manage a scalable research process to identify and track emerging trends in infrastructure markets, develop productive relationships with industry membership bodies, and deliver quarterly data-driven reports that help shape Bentley’s strategic direction. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate across teams and ensure research outputs are accessible, inclusive, and aligned with Bentley’s commitment to sustainability, innovation, and equity.

Note: This role is internally titled Infrastructure Insights Lead, reflecting its strategic scope and leadership responsibilities within the IPA initiative.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the IPA’s industry-insight monitoring and reporting function, developing a scalable process for market research and reporting that can grow across regions and business functions.
• Conduct desk-based research and engage stakeholders — including industry associations and relevant bodies — to analyze:
• Global developments across infrastructure sectors (transport, water, energy, etc.)
• Infrastructure policy and investment trends in Bentley’s key markets
• Innovative funding, finance, and delivery models
• Digital transformation trends in infrastructure
• Synthesize research findings into quarterly insight reports, briefing notes, market scans, and landscape analyses to support Bentley’s programs and partnerships.
• Develop and maintain a knowledge base of relevant data sources, stakeholders, and industry initiatives, ensuring insights are accurate, timely, and broadly accessible to internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support inclusive decision-making and knowledge sharing.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, management, engineering, urban planning, economics, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred but not required.
• 5+ years of experience in research, consulting, or policy analysis, ideally within infrastructure or the built environment.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable insights.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (near-native fluency required); additional languages are a plus.
• Self-starter with strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset.
• Familiarity with infrastructure markets, public policy, and international business — or the ability to quickly learn and adapt.
• Commitment to Bentley’s values, including sustainability, innovation, and fostering an inclusive workplace.
• We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply, even if you do not meet 100% of the listed qualifications.
• An exciting career as an integral part of a world-leading software company providing solutions for architecture, engineering, and construction - watch thisshort documentary about how we got our start.
• An attractive salary and benefits package.
• A commitment to inclusion, belonging and colleague wellbeing through global initiatives and resource groups.
• A company committed to making a real difference by advancing the world’s infrastructure for better quality of life, where your contributions help build a more sustainable, connected, and resilient world. Discover our latest user successstories for an insight into our global impact.

About Bentley Systems

Around the world, infrastructure professionals rely on software from Bentley Systems to help them design, build, and operate better and more resilient infrastructure for transportation, water, energy, cities, and more. Founded in 1984 by engineers for engineers, Bentley is the partner of choice for engineering firms and owner-operators worldwide, with software that spans engineering disciplines, industry sectors, and all phases of the infrastructure lifecycle. Through our digital twin solutions, we help infrastructure professionals unlock the value of their data to transform project delivery and asset performance. www.bentley.com

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Bentley is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers for employment all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, religion/belief, national origin, caste, age, or any other characteristic protected by local law or unrelated to job qualifications.

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