Senior Research Analyst

Retail Economics; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Retail Economics is seeking a Senior Research Analyst for a full-time hybrid role in central London. Two days in the office per week with flexibility for remote work. You will conduct high-quality research, analyze consumer data, and deliver insights to clients, while leading projects and leveraging AI to streamline workflows.

The role emphasizes rigorous analysis, clear communication, and collaboration across teams to produce compelling thought leadership and client-ready reports.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills to interpret data, identify trends and provide actionable recommendations.
• Proven experience in market research with consumer and retail data.
• Knowledge of statistics and data visualization techniques.
• Excellent communication to present insights clearly to clients.
• Bachelor's or Master's in Economics, Business, Data Science or related field.
• 5+ years in research, market intelligence or consumer insights.
• Proactive with AI tools and new technologies to improve workflows.

Responsibilities

• Producing high-quality written research and thought leadership reports.
• Analyzing consumer survey and panel data and delivering insightful analysis.
• Conducting in-depth market and economic research.
• Presenting findings clearly to clients and stakeholders.
• Taking ownership of projects from analysis to report delivery.
• Using AI and automation to improve research workflows while maintaining quality.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Collaboration

Data storytelling

Adaptability

AI literacy

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Economics, Business, Data Science

Tools

AI tools

Data visualization

Job description

Retail Economics is an independent economics consultancy specialising in creating powerful thought leadership research to help businesses become leaders in their industry. We work with many top brands and organisations: NatWest, TikTok, Microsoft, Amazon, InPost, Vinted, CMS, RMS, Barclays and many others. They trust us to produce exceptional research that positions them as leaders in the industry.

Our services encompass retail market data, forecasting, thought leadership, and data visualisation tools to empower businesses with the understanding needed to thrive. As a trusted and independent partner recognised in high-profile media, Retail Economics delivers clear, evidence-backed analysis to help clients gain a competitive edge and inform critical business decisions.

Role Description

This is a full-time hybrid role for a Senior Research Analyst, based in central London, with two days per week in the office and flexibility for remote work.

Key responsibilities:

• Producing high-quality written research and thought leadership reports
• Analysing consumer survey and panel data, and producing insightful analysis and commentary
• In-depth market and economic research
• Presenting key findings and communicating insights clearly and confidently to clients
• Taking ownership of projects, from analysis and coordinating with clients through to report writing and delivery
• Using AI and automation to improve research and analytical workflows, while ensuring the accuracy and quality of outputs.

You will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to produce social media posts, press releases, and client presentations. It is highly desirable that you have experience working with consumer panel data, analysing panel data and can formulate compelling storytelling through data.

AI is a core part of how we work at Retail Economics

We're looking for someone who is confident using AI beyond basic tasks, with an interest in applying it to improve research quality, streamline workflows and automate repetitive processes. Experience with advanced prompting, AI-assisted coding and automation is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills to interpret data, identify trends, and propose actionable recommendations.
• Proficient in market research and research methodologies, with experience in gathering and analysing consumer and retail data.
• Knowledge of statistics and quantitative analysis, including familiarity with tools and techniques for data processing and visualisation.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to present complex insights in a clear, concise, and engaging manner.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Economics, Business, Data Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience in the retail or consumer sector is strongly preferred.
• Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Confident using AI tools, with a proactive approach to learning new technologies and identifying opportunities to improve research processes.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in research, market intelligence, consumer insights or commercial analysis.

Why this role is different

The analyst role is changing rapidly as AI transforms how research is conducted, data is interrogated and insight is produced. We are looking for someone who combines traditional analytical rigour with modern AI capability and wants to help shape how these technologies are applied within a research consultancy.

The successful candidate will have scope to develop new approaches, improve existing processes and play an active role in how Retail Economics evolves its research capabilities as AI and technology advance.

Requirements added by the job poster

Bachelor's Degree

Authorised to work in United Kingdom

5+ years of relevant research or analytical experience