Posted on Fri 06th Mar, 2020 - hotnigerianjobs.com --- (0 comments)
Apata & Ascott Limited - We are a human resource consulting firm that is focused on delivering business value to organizations. We help organizations achieve their objectives by developing and executing strategies and policies that are aligned with business plans and a focus on best practices.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Research Analyst
Location: Lagos
Job Brief
We are seeking an efficient, detail-oriented Research Analyst for one of our clients. In this position, you will interpret, manage, and analyze research data in order to translate results into better solutions.
You will work to facilitate greater returns through surveys, research calls, meetings, and analyzing habits and data of competitors.
Responsibilities
Perform qualitative and quantitative research and consultation on relative markets
Keep up-to-date knowledge of the industry and related markets being researched
Understand the needs of the hiring organization or client in order to target research to their benefit
Contact companies and agencies who can provide useful financial data
Create clear and useful reports and recommendations for organizational use
Communicate with business leaders, financial officers and market representatives
Interpret markets to conclude financial recommendations for clients
Advise businesses to buy or sell products based on market insights
Analyze data and information to find ways to improve operations
Inform and advise various levels of management and stakeholders
Meet with clients and vendors to discuss procedures
Develop and conduct user surveys
Analyze habits and data available from competitors
Research market and industry trends and patterns
Create detailed reports of findings
Simplify findings into presentations
Organize and store data for future research projects
Document all data and research procedures
Organize and conduct focus groups of project users
Compare ROI with past data and reports
Create diagrams and documentation to pinpoint problems and find solutions
Implement tests of processes, policies, and protocols
Identify and understand problems through forecasting, gap analysis, quantitative reporting, research, and statistical analysis
Recommend changes and improvements based on research findings
Write reports, white papers, and other published documents
Compile and analyze data points.
Qualifications / Requirements
Master's degree in Finance, Computer Science, Business, IT, Management, Administration, Economics, or Information Science
Minimum of four (4) years experience in an applied research or data management environment; experience in IT, economics, business/systems analysis, quality assurance, or relevant position
Experience collecting, interpreting and organizing data
Additional certifications such as Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) will be an added advantage
Ability to prepare extensive reports and present findings to companies with clear and concise action advice
Working knowledge of the target industry and market
Advanced speaking and report-writing skills for effective communication
Attention to details and a commitment to accuracy
Ability to keep sensitive business financial information confidential
Able to manipulate large, complex data sets using a variety of software applications (SPSS, SAS, Excel, Microsoft Office Suite), including the use of relational databases
Able to perform statistical analysis
Skilled knowledge in generating process documentation
Strong written and verbal communication skills with technical writing skills
Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.
Application Closing Date
13th March, 2020.
How to Apply
Qualified and interested candidates should forward their CV to: [email protected] using the ”Job Title” as the subject of the mail.