Job Description

At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence.



We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.



Join our Core Business Services (CBS) Research and Content - Client and Industries team and you will help support important business enablement functions that keep our organization running strong. As a CBS professional, you will work across teams to provide research insights, knowledge, content resources, research methodologies and tools that help EY deliver exceptional quality service to our clients, win in the marketplace and support EY's growth and profitability. Other CBS teams within CBS include Finance, Technology, Talent, Business Development, Legal and Risk Management.



With a wide choice of experience offerings, you could develop your career through a broad scope of engagements, mentoring and formal learning. That's how we develop outstanding leaders who deliver our promises to our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities. Sounds interesting? Well, this is just the beginning. Because whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

The opportunity

The business research associate/senior associate works with service line teams, including leaders and managers in delivering research content on diverse industry and business issue assignments for thought leadership publications, alerts, and proposals which enhances our market deliverables and our brand presence.



You'll have the opportunity to drive strategic research inputs, innovate and develop value-added content for Thought Leadership publications, business alerts and deploying surveys on trending topics.

Your key responsibilities

As an associate/senior associate in our Research and Content - Client and Industries team, you will assist in the delivery/management of research efforts and initiatives. You will collaborate with service line teams and markets team (including Business Development) to deliver insightful research content.


The essential functions of the job include:

Develop and enhance go-to-market content - Thought Leadership publications, business alerts and proposals, market intelligence Leverage on industry networks on key industries and trending issues.

Skills and attributes for success

Able to grasp client insight requirements and conduct preliminary research to scope projects and propose customized solutions Strong command of secondary research methods to efficiently source and validate information from public and industry-specific sources Ability to turn complex information into compelling visualizations and narratives using structured storyboarding approaches Expertise in at least one or two industries, including knowledge of key KPIs, macroeconomic factors, dynamics and trends Exceptional communication skills for articulating complex ideas clearly and confidently in both written reports and client interactions

To qualify for the role you must have

A bachelor's degree in Economics, Statistics/Econometrics, Commerce/Business Studies/Marketing, Mass Communications and any STEM-related degree (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) Minimum 2 years of experience in business research A proven track record of delivering client assignments Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel and Word. Strong research skills and familiarity with various research databases (Capital IQ, Refinitiv, etc)

Ideally, you have the passion to develop

Point of View around sector/market segment, business and regulatory issues; and Curious mind with a strong interest in trending topics and media content.

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with resourceful and good problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you'll be a confident team player and have a genuine desire to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you're ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

What we offer

EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience, where you'll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements (FWA), where this may be needed, guided by our FWA Policy. Plus, we offer:

Continuous learning

: You'll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.

Success as defined by you

: We'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.

Transformative leadership

: We'll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.

Diverse and inclusive culture

: You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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