Research and Content Associate/Senior Associate

Join our Core Business Services (CBS) Research and Content, part of Branding, Marketing and Communications (BMC) team and you will help support important business enablement functions that keep our organization running strong. As a CBS professional, you will work across teams to provide the research insights, knowledge, content resources, research methodologies and tools that help EY deliver exceptional quality service to our clients, win in the marketplace and support EY’s growth and profitability. Other CBS teams within CBS include Finance, Technology, Talent, Business Development, Legal and Risk Management.

With a wide choice of experience offerings, you could develop your career through a broad scope of engagements, mentoring and formal learning. That’s how we develop outstanding leaders who deliver our promises to our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities. Sound interesting? Well this is just the beginning. Because whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

The opportunity

The business research associate/senior associate works with service line teams, including leaders and managers in delivering research content on diverse industry and business issue assignments for thought leadership publications, alerts, proposals which enhances our market deliverables and our brand presence.

You’ll have the opportunity to drive strategic research inputs, innovate and develop value-added content for Thought Leadership publications, business alerts and deploying surveys on trending topics.

Your key responsibilities

As an associate/senior associate in our BMC – Business Research team, you will assist in the delivery/management of research efforts and initiatives. You will collaborate with service line teams and markets team (including Business Development) to deliver insightful research content.

The essential functions of the job include:

• Develop and enhance go-to-market content – Thought Leadership publications, business alerts and proposals; market intelligence
• Leverage on industry networks on key industries and trending issues.

Skills and attributes for success

• Strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills
• Good proficiency in software, i.e. Office suites (intermediate); Creative suites (basic) - Adobe Indesign, Illustrator and Photoshop; Data visualization / analytical suites (preferred): Tableau/Spotfire/ PowerBI (useful)
• Dedicated, innovative, resourceful and able to work under pressure
• Foster an efficient, innovative and team-oriented work environment
• Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Good knowledge of market trends, issues and competitive intelligence
• Client relationship and social skills

To qualify for the role you must have 

• A bachelor’s degree in Economics, Statistics/Econometrics, Commerce/Business Studies/Marketing, Mass Communications and any STEM-related degree (science, technology, engineering, mathematics)
• Internship experience / 2+ years of research experience in the professional services arena
• A proven track record of delivering client assignments
• Strong powerpoint and Excel skills

Ideally, you have the passion to develop

• Point of View around sector/market segment, business and regulatory issues; and
• Curious mind with a strong interest in trending topics and media content.

What we look for 

Highly motivated individuals with resourceful and good problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player and a genuine desire to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities, and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

What we offer

EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience, where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements (FWA), where this may be needed, guided by our FWA Policy. Plus, we offer: 

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. 
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. 
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. 
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. 

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.