Consulting Analyst, Business & Financial Services (2025-4043)

M. Sullivan & Son Limited; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm is seeking a consultant to manage bespoke research projects in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. The role involves liaising with clients, conducting thorough data analysis, and ensuring high-quality reports. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years in research or consulting, strong problem-solving skills, and proficiency in Microsoft applications. This position offers a dynamic work environment with flexible hours.

Benefits

Dynamic working hours

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative global team environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in research, consulting, or investment banking.
• Skill set in market modelling and regression modelling preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill projects for market reports supporting clients.
• Collect and analyze research data from various sources.
• Prepare reports and presentations for research and sales efforts.

Skills

Market research methodologies

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Masters/Bachelors’ Degree

MBA

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Reporting to the Director of Business & Financial Services (BFS) Business Unit, this exciting role would encompass the design and fulfilment of bespoke consulting projects for leading clients, by working together with a team of Analysts and Researchers across Frost & Sullivan's global operation. Preferred work location is the Kuala Lumpur office; however, we are open to discuss other possible work locations with the right candidate. We have dynamic & flexible working hours for those who seek work life balance.

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Responsibilities

1. Project Fulfilment for market reports that will support Initial Public Offering and Growth Consulting engagements
   • Project fulfilment and projects delivery to ensure client expectations are met. Responsible to deliver information on time with a high degree of quality
   • Interaction with fellow analysts during projects. Work with internal analysts in the research process. Participate in client interaction including progress updates, etc.
   • Accountable for data collection, analysis and report writing for research projects across diverse industries in SEA
   • Collect a wide range of research data from various secondary sources (online and offline) and primary interviews with industry stakeholders and ecosystem participants
   • Overcome roadblocks in data gathering by identifying alternative sources and approaches for the data required during each research project. Work with other colleagues to overcome roadblocks
   • Ensure the accuracy and completeness of the data collected
   • Interpret the research data and findings to generate industry insights
   • Work on data analysis for market size and market share estimation
   • Work with the research team during data analysis
   • Carry out proper and rigorous QC / Reviews to ensure data accuracy and consistency; language content flow
   • Prepare succinct report/presentation for both research projects and to support the sales efforts of the team
2. Support the team leader with sales and administrative tasks as required

Qualifications

The successful candidate will be an extremely professional and committed consultant/research individual with a good understanding of market research and/or consulting methodologies. A pro-active, methodical and innovative working practice is essential, with a proven ability to deliver accurate results.

• Masters/Bachelors’ Degree from a reputable institution
• MBA is preferable, but not essential
• 3-5 years of past industry experience with emphasis on research / consulting / investment banking / financial regulatory environment will be highly valued
• Strong problem solving skills and proactive nature
• Skill set in market modelling (knowledge in regression modelling) will be highly valued
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal including good presentation skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and organization skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point applications
• Good understanding and experience in research and due diligence projects

Why Frost & Sullivan is important to your career enhancement:

• Enhance your skills of discover growth opportunities and be part of a team, that for more than 50 years, has been developing high impact growth strategies for emerging business and for the global 1000
• Enhance your communication and people skills with the opportunity to be part of a global team that fosters team work
• Encouragement to develop your intellectual curiosity and will be provided the ability to collaborate across all levels of the company across the globe
• Have a definitive career trajectory with numerous growth opportunities and career paths available to you
• Be part of a "best in class" global team that strives for excellence in work and social engagements