Primary Market Research Analyst

Let’s be #BrilliantTogether

ISS Market Intelligence (ISS MI) is looking for an Analyst to join to join the Mumbai based Research team in support of our ISS MI Research.

Overview:

ISS Market Intelligence Research forms part of the Market Intelligence (MI) division of ISS STOXX.

As a Data Analyst you will work on small project teams to support our syndicated research studies, analyze research results, and help develop client deliverables. Coverage will focus on a recurring series of sentiment surveys but may also include other survey research products.

Analysts develop critical skill sets by contributing to all phases of our research. They gain valuable market research experience, becoming well-versed in survey design and implementation, data collection and validation, and analysis of results to arrive at strategic implications. Additionally, Analysts develop deep knowledge of our clients’ businesses and strong project management skills. Finally, they gain broad exposure to the US financial services industry and the unique market dynamics for advisor-sold products in the asset management, annuity and life insurance space.

Responsibilities:

• Program surveys using Qualtrics.

• Customize surveys with advanced features like embedded data and custom JavaScript.

• Implement logic and branching to ensure a smooth survey flow.

• Conduct thorough testing of surveys to identify and fix any issues before deployment.

• Monitor survey distribution and response rates.

• Ensure data quality and integrity during collection.

• Clean and preprocess survey data.

• Analysis if market research results in SPSS, Excel and database environments

• Identify recurring themes and patterns in qualitative data and assign categories. Correct spelling and grammar in qualitative data.

• Visualize quantitative and qualitative data using charts and graphs to highlight key findings.

Qualifications:

• University Degree with academic distinction

• 1-2 years of experience in market research or related field

• Strong quantitative skills and a passion for analyzing statistical data

• Desire to work in a team-oriented, entrepreneurial environment

• Strong sense of ownership of responsibilities combined with proactive mindset when working autonomously

• Exceptional attention to detail and organization

• Demonstrated ability to work with quantitative data

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

• Ability to proactively manage time to achieve target dates

• Demonstrated ability to juggle multiple priorities simultaneously

• Ability to work independently as well as collaborate effectively with other teams

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

• Experience with SPSS or another statistical program a plus

• Utilize critical thinking skills to analyze data trends and derive actionable insights.

• Able to identify discrepancies in data and propose effective solutions.

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What you can expect from us

Our people are the moving force behind ISS STOXX. We are dedicated to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry and empowering them with the resources and support to enhance their career, health, financial and personal well-being. 

We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. We are invested in our people and are working every day to ensure a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.

Let’s empower, collaborate, and inspire one another. 

Let’s be #BrilliantTogether.

About ISS STOXX

ISS STOXX GmbH is a leading provider of research and technology solutions for the financial market. Established in 1985, we offer top-notch benchmark and custom indices globally, helping clients identify investment opportunities and manage portfolio risks. Our services cover corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence. Majority-owned by Deutsche Börse Group, ISS STOXX has over 3,400 professionals in 33 locations worldwide, serving around 6,400 clients, including institutional investors and companies focused on ESG, cyber, and governance risk. Clients trust our expertise to make informed decisions for their stakeholders' benefit. 

ISS Market Intelligence (ISS MI) is a leading provider of data, insights, and market engagement solutions to the global financial services industry. ISS MI empowers asset and wealth management firms, insurance companies, distributors, service providers, and technology firms to assess their target markets, identify and analyze the best opportunities within those markets, and execute on comprehensive go-to-market initiatives to grow their business. Clients benefit from our increasingly connected global platform that leverages a combination of proprietary data, powerful analytics, timely and relevant insights, in-depth research, as well as an extensive suite of industry-leading media brands that deliver unmatched market connectivity through news and editorial content, events, training, ratings, and awards. 

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