Who we are…
Verdantix’s mission is to deliver independent, accurate, and actionable research and advisory services. We empower the world’s most innovative corporations, technology and services vendors, and investors with granular insights and data-driven analysis. Our team is a curious, collaborative group of expert analysts, data engineers, commercial specialists, creative professionals, and thought leaders working together to help clients achieve their most important goals.
The role…
This analyst role provides the successful candidate with an opportunity to research technology and services for ESG and sustainability data management and reporting and enabling sustainable supply chains.
Excelling in the role requires an enthusiasm for understanding how technology can improve business outcomes, experience in producing high-quality written deliverables, and the ability to contribute to client-facing engagements. Successful candidates will have the ambition to undertake a wide range of qualitative and quantitative research in collaboration with other analysts.
Our analysts benefit from our structured ‘Analyst Training Framework’ which offers 24-months of tailored learning which will equip high performers to progress to more senior analyst positions at Verdantix.
Salary opportunity is £34K - £36K depending on experience level, plus a very competitive quarterly bonus scheme.
This is a hybrid role which requires 3 days a week in the office during probationary period, and will decrease to 2 days upon successful completion.
What you’ll be doing…
* Conducting research on ESG and sustainability software and services based on the established portfolio of Verdantix methodologies.
* Undertaking research interviews with senior managers at corporations and financial firms, as well as executives at technology vendors.
* Building quantitative models to size and forecast software and services markets.
* Efficiently writing high-quality research documents in English.
* Producing reports on technology vendors based on technology briefings.
* Supporting client workshops and consulting projects.
* Working on consulting projects relating to sustainability growth strategies and product marketing thought leadership.
* Attending industry events to help raise the profile of Verdantix in the market.
* Developing trusted relationships with Verdantix clients and senior industry decision makers.
* Supporting marketing efforts by writing blogs and engaging in social media activities.
About you…
* Educated to masters level with a preference for sustainability degrees.
* Ideal candidates will have at least 6 months experience in professional services / consulting firm / analyst firm.
* Experience in conducting research interviews and contributing to the development of research reports is a plus.
* Interest in the future of ESG & Sustainability.
* Strong analytical mindset with the ability to solve problems and come up with new ideas.
* Proven ability to quickly write high quality reports for a business audience.
* Quantitative skills and knowledge of Excel to manipulate large data sets and apply basic mathematical concepts.
* Familiarity with MS office suite (including PowerPoint) to produce client ready analysis and presentations.
* Exceptional interpersonal communication and team collaboration skills.
* Perfect written English and fluent spoken English.
Additional benefits we offer…
* Competitive salary (with annual review)
* Performance-driven quarterly bonus scheme
* Pension with enhanced employer contribution
* Generous holiday entitlement, accruing an extra day with every year worked (local capping applies)
* Quarterly employee recognition scheme
* Hybrid working option, with the aim of promoting flexibility and work-life balance
* Private medical insurance, including online GP service, mental health support and discounted gym memberships
* Enhanced family-friendly benefits
* Weekly ‘flexi-hour’ to extend a lunch break or finish early on your day of choice
* Cycle to work scheme - tax-efficient purchase of a bike, bike accessories, or both
* Time off for volunteering when done through our partner OnHand: an app for local volunteering and climate action
* Multiple social events throughout the year, including Company Ramble & Sports Day
* Strong focus on learning and development with career plans for all employees
* Dog-friendly office
* Fantastic colleagues with a great sense of humour!
Why Verdantix...
Since our foundation in 2008, we have been built our company around five values. They encapsulate what we stand for, the way we do business and the impact we have on the communities we serve.
* Independence
* Accuracy
* Confidentiality
* Curiosity
* Sustainability
At Verdantix, we believe innovation and technology have the power to transform how organizations approach their biggest challenges. We are a diverse collective, united by intellectual curiosity and a desire to solve complex challenges with inquisitiveness, rigour, accuracy and unparalleled expertise.
We work as one team across research, commercial, and operational functions, valuing impact over hierarchy and transparency over silos. Every team member contributes to the growth of Verdantix, and we make it a priority to include everyone in shaping big decisions, from growth strategies to new product launches.
We’re looking for people who are motivated by challenge, energized by collaboration, and who don’t take themselves too seriously - a sense of humour goes a long way here. If you’re excited to join a growing team where your skills and ideas will make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Verdantix is a winner of ‘The 2021 Queen’s Award for Enterprise in the International Trade’ category. The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise are the most prestigious awards in the United Kingdom. Verdantix won the Queen’s Award due to its sustained growth in international trade over the last three years – including through the pandemic. This rapid, consistent growth reflects demand for the high-quality research and advisory services that Verdantix provides to clients in seventeen countries.
Verdantix is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing a work environment that is free from all forms of discrimination. We want our recruitment process to reflect that. Please tell your recruitment partner directly if there’s anything you need to make our interview process more accessible.