Senior Analyst Media

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 126,000 - 244,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global professional services firm is looking for a Senior Sector Analyst in the Media & Entertainment domain. The role involves delivering high-impact research and insights, building internal recognition as a subject matter expert, and engaging with clients. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, a strategic mindset, and experience in the media landscape. Exceptional presentation and communication skills are essential, as well as a proactive approach to collaboration and innovation within cross-functional teams.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible vacation policy

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Expertise in the media and entertainment sector and emerging industry trends.
• Ability to present insights at an executive level.
• Experience in a fast-paced, client-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop a strong internal brand recognized as a subject matter expert.
• Lead insight programs on streaming, digital monetization, and creator economy.
• Engage with stakeholders for commercial perspectives on the media domain.
• Participate in client meetings to enhance EY’s market presence.
• Collaborate with teams to support business development and service delivery.

Skills

Strategic mindset

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Collaboration

Proficiency in research methodologies

Communication skills

Education

Experience in Media & Entertainment sector

Job description

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The opportunity

The media and entertainment sector is undergoing rapid transformation, driven by emerging platforms, changing preferences, business models, and technologies, all of which are challenging and redefining traditional industry boundaries. As a Senior Sector Analyst within the Media & Entertainment domain at EY, you will be an expert on key domain topics, contributing to EY's distinctive perspective on client issues within the domain. You will lead specific programs within your area of expertise, delivering high-impact analysis and insights for the Domain and its activation with clients. Recognized as a subject matter expert, you will provide analytical support and strategic advice on domain developments to both clients and EY leadership.

This career opportunity is open across US and UK.

Your key responsibilities

• Develop a strong internal brand to become recognized within EY as a Media & Entertainment subject matter expert at the business unit and executive level.
• Lead and deliver insight programs focused on priority topics such as streaming evolution, digital monetization, personalized experiences, sports media transformation, and the creator economy.
• Engage with senior domain stakeholders to provide commercial perspectives on issues, challenges, and opportunities facing the domain, preparing insightful analysis on the impact of those trends for EY and its clients.
• Participate in client meetings and represent the firm at selected events to enhance EY’s presence in the market.
• Collaborate with domain stakeholders and EY colleagues across Insights and Clients and Industries to support business development activities and service delivery to clients.
• Working with the Lead Analyst, proactively support the development of the Media & Entertainment insights agenda, ensuring alignment with business objectives and emerging industry dynamics.
• Lead the creation of specific insights by leveraging EY’s proprietary knowledge and collaborating with Clients and Industries colleagues.
• Identify opportunities for cross-Domain collaboration and share insights with other Insights and Clients and Industries teams.
• Synthesize diverse perspectives and sources to develop compelling insights that drive results.
• Use qualitative and quantitative research methodologies to provide analytic insights.
• Coach less-experienced team members to improve their skills in research, analysis, data analytics, and visualization.

Skills and attributes for success

• Strategic and analytical mindset with the ability to connect data, industry signals, and commercial outcomes.
• Strong presentation skills, with experience influencing senior clients and internal decision-makers.
• Demonstrated experience in a fast-paced, client-driven environment.
• A proactive self-starter, able to bring new ideas for new insights to leadership.
• Collaborative and able to work effectively in a global, multi-cultural environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, capable of explaining complex concepts clearly and concisely.
• Ability to proactively build a network of internal and external contacts to shape insights.
• Proficient in managing multiple projects simultaneously.

What we look for

We are looking for an individual who is curious, strategic thinker with a commercial perspective driven by an understanding of client experiences and broader marketplace dynamics. You should have deep expertise in the media and entertainment sector, with a robust understanding of industry value chains, evolving business models (e.g. streaming, digital, experiential). You should have strong analytical skills and the ability to present insights to clients, including at the executive level, in support of the domain’s agenda. A collaborative mindset is essential, as you will play a vital role in responding to emerging issues with technical experts across the EY network. You will work closely with the Domain Lead Analyst and other Analysts to deliver insightful content that helps EY differentiate itself in the marketplace and proactively identify new business opportunities and risks.

What we offer you

The compensation ranges below are provided in order to comply with United States pay transparency laws. Other geographies will follow their local salary guidelines, which may not be a direct conversion of published US salary ranges. At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learnmore .

• We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $126,800 to $244,000. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $152,100 to $277,300. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
• Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
• Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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