Who we are…
GlobalData is a specialist information services business on a mission to help our clients decode the future, make better decisions and reach more customers. Using our unique data, expert analysis and innovative solutions we deliver intelligence on the world’s largest industries for companies, government organisations and industry professionals.
We began our journey in 2016, by combining a diverse range of specialist information services companies, with decades of trusted customer relationships and deep sector specialisms. Today, we operate as a single company and one fully integrated platform, with more than 3,500 colleagues worldwide, across 20+ industries, delivering value for over 5,000 customers.
Why join GlobalData?
GlobalData is at a pivotal point in its growth journey. Following multiple acquisitions and having recently received transformational investment we need curious, ambitious, courageous people to support us in achieving our vision of becoming the world’s trusted source of strategic industry intelligence.
Our big ambitions mean that life at GlobalData is fast paced, entrepreneurial and rewarding. We recognise the collective power of our people, and it’s the collaboration of our teams that have shaped our success and will continue to do so in the future.
The role…
We are looking for a Senior Research Analyst, to work in a close-knit group of analysts based in Oxford who are charged with meeting the needs of our clients in the global sugar sector.
The role involves undertaking detailed economic, quantitative, market analysis and research assignments. These include forecasting supply and demand, price outlook, policy analysis, performance/cost of production benchmarking as well as carrying out bespoke consulting projects for our clients. Examples of these projects include feasibility studies, price outlooks in specific markets or market segments, and policy analysis.
What you’ll be doing…
Carrying out analysis and forecasts underpinning the weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual services of the sugar research team.
Tracking and forecasting sugar supply, demand, price and policy developments in the sugar sector in key geographies.
Overseeing the maintenance and organisation the database underpinning the analysis we undertake.
Managing consulting projects with support from other team members.
Developing a detailed knowledge of the sugar industry that is required to offer expertise to our clients.
Liaise with industry stakeholders (grower associations, producers, consumers, policy makers etc.); the role may involve occasional research trips.
What we’re looking for…
The work we do demands people with intelligent, enquiring and analytical minds, with the ability to apply micro-economic and statistical analysis in real-world situations
For this role, we are looking for someone who has or can demonstrate a desire to acquire a detailed knowledge of the sugar sector. The successful candidate will be able to formulate in rigorous economic terms but simple language, ideas about the economic forces, including the policies, market trends and structural changes shaping the sector.
Applicants with a background in agricultural economics (Masters or above) would be preferred, but this is not essential for the right candidate.
In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech and more. To find out more about the roles and benefits on offer in your region, visit (url removed)
GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
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