Junior Business Researcher

Instant Impact; Polska; Hybrid; PLN 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Instant Impact is seeking a Junior Business Researcher to join the Business Insights team in Cracow, Poland. You will deliver market intelligence, competitor insights and commercially focused analysis to support strategic growth across a global network.

You will work at the intersection of research, analytics and business development, producing reports and dashboards using Excel and Power BI, while collaborating with international offices and senior stakeholders. Fluency in English is required.

Qualifications

• Degree or professional qualification in Business, Marketing, Information Management, Finance, Economics or related.
• Experience conducting business, market, commercial or investment research.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to identify insights from complex information.
• Advanced Excel skills including formulas, pivot tables and data analysis.
• Experience creating reports and dashboards using Power BI.
• Fluent English in written and spoken form.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market, competitor, jurisdictional, sector and target company research.
• Analyse internal and external data to identify market trends and opportunities.
• Produce research reports, briefing papers and presentations for senior stakeholders.
• Support business development through target analysis and meeting materials.
• Monitor competitor activity and market developments across key regions.
• Develop dashboards and visualisations using Excel and Power BI.
• Collaborate with international offices to deliver actionable insights.
• Manage multiple projects with accuracy and quality.

Skills

Experience conducting business, market

Strong analytical thinking

Advanced Excel

Power BI

Report writing

Stakeholder communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Commercial mindset

Fluent English

Education

Degree or professional qualification in Business, Marketing, Information Management, Finance, Economics or related

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Junior Business Researcher

Department: Client Role

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Cracow, PL

Description

We are currently representing a leading global Financial Services firm in the appointment of high-calibre professionals as part of a period of strategic growth and investment.

Our client operates at the intersection of corporate, fiduciary and regulatory services, partnering with private equity houses, investment managers and international financial institutions. Backed by long-term institutional investment and an established global brand, the firm is scaling its capabilities, technology and international footprint.

This is an opportunity to join a business that combines the agility of a growth platform with the credibility, client base and governance of a market leader.

The Role

We are seeking a Junior Business Researcher to join the Business Insights team and support strategic growth initiatives across a global network of offices.

Working at the intersection of research, analytics and business development, you will deliver market intelligence, competitor insights and commercially focused analysis that supports strategic decision-making and client growth initiatives across the business.

This role offers exposure to senior stakeholders, international markets and a broad range of research projects, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in business intelligence, market insights or commercial analytics.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct market, competitor, jurisdictional, sector and target company research.
• Analyse internal and external data to identify market trends, growth opportunities and potential risks.
• Produce research reports, briefing papers and presentation materials for senior stakeholders.
• Support business development initiatives through target analysis, prospect identification, contact list creation and meeting preparation materials.
• Monitor competitor activity, market developments and emerging trends across key jurisdictions and sectors.
• Develop dashboards, reports and visualisations using Excel, Power BI and other reporting tools.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across international offices to understand research requirements and deliver actionable insights.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high levels of accuracy and quality.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Degree or professional qualification in Business, Marketing, Information Management, Finance, Economics or a related discipline.
• Experience conducting business, market, commercial or investment research.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to identify key insights from complex information.
• Advanced Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables and data analysis techniques.
• Experience creating reports and dashboards using Power BI.
• Excellent written communication skills with the ability to present findings clearly and concisely.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work.
• Naturally curious, proactive and commercially minded.
• Experience within financial services, legal services, professional services or offshore markets would be advantageous.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.