PIB Group is an exciting organisation to be part of, since our launch in 2015 we have gone from strength to strength. We have grown to have a presence at over 40 locations across the UK and Europe, with over 2,400 employees. With a key focus collaboration, where this is embraced on a daily basis to work together to deliver on our ambitious objectives, we are really proud of the culture we have.

The group is in an exciting period of on-going growth, and we have a fantastic opportunity for a Research and Insight Executive to join our growing team. The successful candidate will conduct research and analysis relating to existing and potential insurance markets of PIB’s Schemes and Affinities Division.

The Role

Working with the Research and Insight Team, you will identify and investigate potential new markets for S&A products, building detailed industry profiles including market sizes, demographics, trends, internal culture, ESG matters (Environmental, Social, Governance) and other relevant information.
Working closely with the Brand Leader and Product and Proposition teams you will also maintain watching briefs on existing key sectors and competitors, regularly reporting key developments and providing analysis to inform business decisions and ongoing strategy. In addition, you may be assigned to provide research and insight capabilities to specific projects and initiatives.
Methods will include desk-based research as well as primary research including FOI requests, surveys, interviews, focus groups, attending sector events and other networking. The research will be undertaken from an investigative perspective, aiming to test assumptions and build up rigorous frameworks for ongoing analysis.
Supported by the wider Research and Insight team you will also collaborate closely with other teams and departments across PIB, using your research findings to generate marketing content where relevant.
You will ensure feedback to the business is action focussed, drawing out key insights and making strategic recommendations for action based on sound commercial judgement and peer feedback.
Deliverables will include regular reports, presentations, articles and external facing-content, with the key outcome of helping the Division define its ongoing strategy.

The Candidate

Educated to degree level in a subject with a strong social research component, or equivalent experience coupled with expertise in qualitative social research methods.
2+ years’ experience of working in a research, analysis or insight role within a commercial or third sector environment with proven experience of strong research and analysis skills.
Track record of producing actionable research and analysis that has led to strategic success.
Experience of using a variety of qualitative and quantitative research techniques for both primary and secondary (desk) research and the ability to analyse these accordingly.
Awareness of ESG issues as applied to the SME sector alongside knowledge and interest in public affairs in a commercial context.
Strong commercial awareness and judgement alongside outstanding communication skills across a variety of media.
Highly organised and able to prioritise to meet tight deadlines and comfortable working autonomously and collaboratively as part of a team.
Experience of working in a research, analysis or insight role within the insurance industry would be of benefit but not essential.

Further information
 As well as a competitive salary we offer the following benefits -

Competitive holiday allowance with the annual option to buy additional days 
Death in Service benefit of x4 salary
Company pension scheme
Very generous maternity and paternity leave packages
A flexible benefits package which allows you to add additional benefits to your overall package
Our benefits portal offers discounts on technology & electronics, cinemas, restaurants, days out, mortgage advice, travel and many more
Referral schemes 
Discounted rates on PIB products
We offer a first-class employee benefits and welfare package to support our employees with financial management, cycle to work scheme, counselling support, health screening, will writing, menopause support, books, stopping smoking and much more
We also offer a wide range of discounts including a kids pass – giving you discount to over 4500 attractions and activities, discounts at hairdressers and beauticians, climate change projects with lots of other options to choose
PIB has a comprehensive learning & development framework, including professional study options and apprenticeships which are available to all employees, and which will support your career development
Being a part of our PIB Community Trust, we support fundraising where you can apply for grants from PIB Group towards your chosen charity
PIB Group are committed to improving their environmental impact in a responsible way. From the individual actions that our colleagues take every day through to installing the right facilities across our premises, there are many measures in place to help reduce PIB’s carbon footprint.

We are proud of our success and growth and have been recognised for many industry awards across our business. If you wish to work for a company that truly puts people at the heart of their organisation, then we would love to hear from you. PIB operates a flexible working policy, and our management teams will talk to you about how that would meet both your flexible working needs and those of the business and role you are applying for. We would love to hear from you if you want to hear more about opportunities in PIB. 
We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, gender, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

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