Research and Insight Executive

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.
  Why Join Us?
  
• Competitive salary and benefits package
  
• Flexible working and holiday options
  
• Pension, enhanced parental leave, and life insurance
  
• Discounts on technology, travel, and leisure
  
• Learning and development opportunities
  
• Volunteering and charity support days
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