Senior Research Analyst/ Business Analyst, 2-5 years, Gurgaon

Pulsar Knowledge Centre; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

PKC Advisory is seeking a candidate with 2–4 years in investment banking, equity/fixed income research or corporate finance to support project delivery in advisory engagements. The role involves financial analysis, modelling, and developing marketing materials while integrating AI/analytics into services.

Candidates should have strong Excel/PowerPoint skills and exposure to data analytics tools; Bloomberg/CapIQ knowledge is a plus. Location: Gurugram region, India.

Qualifications

• Robust understanding of financial statements, ratios and basic valuation concepts.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to comprehend client requirements.
• Good communication, presentation and inter‑personal skills.
• Very strong Excel financial modelling and MS PowerPoint skills (the candidate will undergo an assessment as part of the interview process).
• Candidates with exposure to technology‑enabled advisory, data analytics, automation, AI/ML, or digital transformation will be preferred.
• Working knowledge of databases such as Bloomberg, CapIQ, etc.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Manager in execution and delivery.
• Conduct business and financial performance analysis, build financial models, valuation, benchmarking studies, customized presentations, etc.
• Support in developing marketing material such as white papers, blogs, etc. and business development pitches.
• Support the integration of AI, automation, analytics and emerging technologies into traditional advisory and financial services engagements.
• Develop familiarity with tools such as Python, Power BI, SQL, Power Automate, and other AI/analytics tools; hands‑on experience will be an advantage.

Skills

Financial analysis

Excel modelling

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Valuation concepts

MS PowerPoint

Education

Finance-related degree

Tools

Python

Power BI

SQL

Power Automate

AI/Analytics tools

Job description

About PKC Advisory:

PKC Advisory offers a wide range of business advisory services to a large number of clients in the GCC and wider MENA region. We are the partner of choice to many of our clients delivering a sustainable value proposition through our strong multi-disciplinary team, wide spectrum of expertise, flexible engagement model placing Client First, optimal blend of on-site presence and off-shore project execution and an emphasis on strong ethical values.

For more information on PKC Advisory and range of its services, please visit: www.pkcadvisory.com

Background:

Candidates with 2-4 years of experience in Investment Banking, Equity / Fixed Income research, Corporate Finance, Due Diligence, etc. with leading boutique consulting firms, KPOs and Big 4s

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Project Manager in execution and delivery
• Conduct business and financial performance analysis, build financial models, valuation, benchmarking studies, customized presentations, etc.
• Support in developing marketing material such as white papers, blogs, etc. and business development pitches
• Support the integration of AI, automation, analytics and emerging technologies into traditional advisory and financial services engagements.
• Develop familiarity with tools such as Python, Power BI, SQL, Power Automate, and other AI/analytics tools; hands‑on experience will be an advantage.

Desired attributes:

• Robust understanding of financial statements, ratios and basic valuation concepts
• Strong analytical skills and ability to comprehend client requirements
• Good communication, presentation and inter‑personal skills
• Very strong Microsoft Excel financial modelling and MS PowerPoint skills (the candidate will undergo an assessment as part of the interview process)
• Candidates with exposure to technology‑enabled advisory, data analytics, automation, AI/ML, or digital transformation will be preferred.
• Working knowledge of databases such as Bloomberg, CapIQ, etc.