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We are seeking a Senior Analyst to join our Banking & Payments Research and Insights team, where you will deliver high-quality consumer insight and market intelligence across key markets, categories, and trends. The role involves analysing and interpreting data, producing clear, commercially relevant written content across a range of formats, including reports, dashboards, case studies, and databases, and contributing to projects such as primary research and bespoke client deliverables. You will take ownership of your work, manage projects, support and review junior team members, and help build GlobalData’s profile through client engagement and PR activity.
Job Responsibility:
Produce high-quality, concise thought leadership content across banking and payments topics, primarily in PowerPoint and Word
Independently scope, structure, and deliver full reports, from defining the research angle through to final output
Apply a strong understanding of the payments value chain to develop insightful, relevant analysis
Analyse and manipulate datasets (e.g. market data, surveys) to uncover trends and generate clear, actionable insights
Own and manage projects end-to-end, including report series and primary research initiatives
Conduct primary interviews with industry experts and stakeholders
Continuously build subject matter expertise through ongoing research and industry monitoring
Engage directly with clients, responding to queries, leading discussions, and participating in meetings
Support and mentor other analysts by reviewing work, improving quality, and strengthening team-wide knowledge in banking and payments
Represent the team externally through webinars, client presentations, and industry events
Requirements:
Significant experience in market intelligence, research, or analytical roles within banking, payments, or wider financial services
Demonstrate a strong understanding of banking and payments, including the payments value chain and key industry dynamics
Be able to independently scope, write, and deliver high-quality reports
Have experience managing and interacting with clients, with confidence to lead conversations and provide informed perspectives
Show strong awareness of industry trends and be able to clearly articulate what they mean for clients (“so what” thinking)
Be an excellent writer, able to communicate complex ideas clearly, concisely, and with authority
Be comfortable reviewing and refining others’ work, helping to raise overall team output and subject matter expertise
Have strong analytical and data skills (Excel essential
data visualisation and forecasting tools such as Tableau are a plus)
Be highly organised, able to manage multiple projects, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Be a proactive, fast learner with a self-starter mindset, able to work both independently and as part of a team