Market and Competitive Insights - Senior Analyst

EY; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 126,800 - 244,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation and benefits package

Flexible vacation policy

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

A leading professional services firm is looking for a Market and Competitive Insights Senior Analyst in Philadelphia. The role requires delivering actionable insights to drive strategic decision-making, conducting thorough market research, and leading teams on complex projects. Candidates should have substantial experience in market research and possess strong communication and storytelling skills. A bachelor's degree is required, with a master's preferred. This position may offer a hybrid work model, fostering a diverse and inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• 10 to 12 years of experience in strategy, business analysis, consulting, or related fields.
• Demonstrated agility and speed in delivering high-quality insights under pressure.
• Understanding of competitive intelligence methods and frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Provide deep insight and understanding of the market and competitive landscape.
• Conduct thorough market research and competitive analysis to identify trends.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects across service lines.

Skills

Experience at a senior level in a client-driven environment

Strong communication skills

Proficient in AI applications

Exceptional storytelling

Problem-solving skills

Education

University/Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Master’s degree or postgraduate qualification

Tools

Advanced skills in Word

Advanced skills in Excel

Advanced skills in PowerPoint

Job description

Market and Competitive Insights – Senior Analyst

Join EY as a Market and Competitive Insights Senior Analyst. This role focuses on delivering actionable insights to support strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide deep insight and understanding of the market and competitive landscape.
• Engage and challenge senior domain stakeholders with commercial and provocative perspectives, preparing insightful analysis on trends impacting EY and its clients.
• Conduct thorough market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and threats.
• Utilize AI tools and technologies to enhance data analysis and insights generation.
• Develop engaging narratives and presentations that effectively communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Demonstrate agility in adapting to changing market conditions and internal client needs.
• Work efficiently under tight deadlines, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Exhibit executive presence in interactions with senior leadership and clients.
• Perform quantitative analysis to support strategic recommendations.
• Create visually appealing data visualizations to present insights clearly and effectively.
• Solve complex problems through innovative thinking and a proactive approach.
• Develop insights beyond publicly available information, leveraging EY's proprietary knowledge and interacting with colleagues, clients, and external networks.
• Embrace a culture of learning, actively seeking out new knowledge, tools, and industry trends to enhance personal and team capabilities.

Supervision Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects, working across service lines and geographies.
• Review work of junior analysts and research partners.
• May serve as counsellor or manager for other analysts.

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Experience at a senior level in a client-driven environment.
• Demonstrated agility and speed in delivering high-quality insights under pressure, identifying the “so what” not just the “what.”
• Primary research, interview, and elicitation skills.
• Understanding of competitive intelligence methods and frameworks.
• Demonstrated proficiency in AI applications and data analysis tools, with a keen interest in exploring new technologies.
• Exceptional storytelling and presentation skills, with the ability to engage audiences.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to write with clarity, concision, and incision.
• Outstanding executive-level presentation skills and ability to interface with senior EY leadership.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a global, multi-cultural, and virtual environment.
• Ability to build a network of contacts to shape points of view.
• Ownership of customized projects with high autonomy, managing multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and strategically, fueled by a proactive curiosity to explore all angles.
• Advanced skills in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Job Requirements

• Education
  • University/Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
  • Master’s degree or postgraduate qualification an advantage.
• Experience
  • Proven experience in market research, competitive analysis, or a related field; e.g., 10 – 12 years’ experience in strategy, business analysis, consulting, industry research, management consulting, or business performance.

Other Requirements

• Occasional travel, both domestic and international.
• Proficient in English, both written and verbal.

Benefits

The compensation ranges below are provided in order to comply with United States pay transparency laws. Other geographies will follow their local salary guidelines, which may not be a direct conversion of published US salary ranges. At EY, we’ll develop you with future‑focused skills and equip you with world‑class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

• We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range in all geographic locations in the US is $126,800 to $244,000. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $152,100 to $277,300. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography.
• In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
• Join us in our team‑led and leader‑enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40‑60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
• Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well‑being.

Equal Employment Opportunity

EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.

EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries, then select Option 1 for candidate queries and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EY’s Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at [e-mail].

How to Apply

EY accepts applications for this position on an on‑going basis. Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.