Data Analyst - Client Devices

International Data Corp; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working

Time-off & holidays

Global exposure

Career development

Job summary

International Data Corp is seeking an Analyst for the Asia Pacific Client Devices team to conduct local market research and deliver accurate data and market insights to IDC Tracker clients. You will run quarterly data trackers, input data, and prepare qualitative analyses and client presentations.

The role requires strong Excel/PowerPoint skills, research abilities, and fluency in English, with hybrid work and growth opportunities within a globally respected firm.

Qualifications

• Solid communications skills, both verbally and written; ability to draw key conclusions from large datasets.

Responsibilities

• Run the devices tracker on a quarterly schedule and ensure data quality.
• Input data into the IDC tracker database accurately.
• Prepare qualitative market analysis and summarize key developments.
• Answer client inquiries and prepare client presentations with market insights.
• Gather insights from primary and secondary research and translate into actionable data.

Skills

Communication skills

Written English

Excel

PowerPoint

Pivot Tables

Formulas

Macros

Data analysis

Research skills

Teamwork

Independent work

English fluency

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Macros (VBA)

Job description

Overview

About the Role & Team

The role is part of the Asia Pacific Client Devices, one of the teams behind the publication of IDC Trackers, key product offering of IDC. The successful candidate will need to develop an understanding of the client devices (mobile phones, tablet, wearables) landscape within specific countries in the Asia/Pacific region. The job scope involves conducting local market research and delivery of accurate data and market insights to IDC Tracker clients

What You’ll Do

• Running the devices tracker on a quarterly schedule, guidance reconciliation, performing quality checks on the data
• Input of data into the database
• Preparation of qualitative analysis of the market with a summary of key market developments,
• Answering client inquiries and preparing client presentations with market insights.
• Gathering insights about the current and future market situation through primary and secondary research and translating it into data

What You Bring

• Solid communications skills, both verbally and written. Good writing skills. Ability to draw key conclusions from vast amount of information.
• High level of comfort with data, as well as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of pivot tables, formulas and creation of charts in both Excel and PowerPoint is required. Knowledge of macros is a plus. Must be comfortable working with large data sets. Good mathematic skills are required.
• Good research skills. Ability to conduct primary and secondary research, look in right places, ask right questions to obtain answers required.
• An understanding of technology and economic concepts. Critical thinking skills are also required.
• Ability to develop and maintain internal and external relationships with stakeholders.
• Interest in personal mobile, computing hardware and technology is preferred.
• Attention to detail, meticulousness, ability to identify errors quickly.
• Can work both independently and in a team, and can adapt to rapidly changing workloads.
• Experience in coordination, planning, and decision making.
• Fluent English.

Why This Role Stands Out

At IDC, your work helps shape how the world understands technology and where it goes next. You collaborate with curious, high-caliber colleagues who value rigor, integrity, and shared success. As the premier global provider of trusted technology intelligence, IDC equips business and technology leaders with the evidence they need to make confident decisions. Our insights inform strategy, investment, and innovation across industries and regions.

Recognized by IIAR as Analyst Firm of the Year for five consecutive years, IDC sets the standard for credibility and impact. With more than 1,000 analysts worldwide and a truly global perspective, we combine deep expertise with practical relevance. Here, your ideas matter, your voice is heard, and your contributions provide the insights leaders rely on every day. It is meaningful work, backed by a culture that supports growth, collaboration, and long-term career development with a globally respected brand.

What We Offer

• Individualized Culture: An environment where you can explore new areas outside your specialty and stay engaged with work you enjoy.
• Hybrid Working: Hybrid working with 3 day(s) in office per week required.
• Time-off and holidays: On top of your statutory holiday allowance and public holidays, IDC grants annually review company-wide closures on 19 August (Unplug Day) and 24 December - 1 January inclusive (Global Shutdown) and a volunteering day.
• A position in a highly professional and globally respected market research and advisory firm, where initiative leading to results is rewarded.

Equal Opportunity Employer

IDC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. Employment eligibility verification required. We participate in E-Verify.

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