Associate Analyst (Innovation)

From fast answers to deep insights, Mintel has provided research and intelligence solutions to consumer-focused businesses for more than 50 years. With a combination of world-class syndicated tools and custom insight solutions, we are the eyes and ears in the markets that matter and the insights behind our clients’ next big idea.

We’re looking for an Associate Analyst to join our syndicated research team and work alongside our category experts, researching global brands and supporting the creation of in-depth innovation reports for clients in the food and beverage market. This role is suited for a curious mind with strong interest, if not expertise, in food and beverage innovation.

This person is a skilled writer and data analyst who understands how product positioning, packaging, claims, ingredients and price all play a role in food and beverage trends. The Associate Analyst is a voracious consumer of information who can take in Mintel’s suite of expert market research to identify and report on new and exciting innovations in the consumer marketplace.  

What You Will Be Doing:

• Researching market innovations: the Associate Analyst will be tasked with identifying food and beverage trends at a global and regional level, based on new product development (NPD) activity, company information and consumer data.
• Writing research reports: the main responsibility of this role involves producing insightful research reports. This requires synthesizing primary research (such as product launch information and consumer attitudes) into an in-depth analysis of a specific food and beverage category. These reports use data to explain product trends and developments, identify potential gaps in the market, and help our clients understand implications for their business.
• Working with tech tools: using AI writing tools and a content management system, the Associate Analyst will be tasked with navigating Mintel’s information technology as part of the content creation process.
• Collaborating with global analysts: this role will include partnering with Mintel subject-matter experts across the globe to ensure our content is compelling, useful and applicable to our in-the-know food and beverage clients.

Who We Are Looking For:

• A Great Communicator: you have extremely polished English-language verbal and written communication skills, and can clearly communicate ideas to readers in a straightforward way. You have the keen ability to explain and promote analytical output to non-technicians.
• A Researcher: you have some experience in communications, insights, planning or marketing within an agency or on the client side. You can identify patterns in data, and understand what these patterns mean for consumers and brands.
• A Skilled Writer: you can observe brand activity in the food and beverage market to create compelling stories of how product trends are evolving. You can create content that excites and inspires audiences with the latest product innovations.
• A Collaborator: you encourage and develop internal relationships. You seek out opportunities to collaborate with peers in your department and across the organization to ultimately improve our clients' experience.
• Detail-Oriented: you have excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills. You are dedicated to quality, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in your work to elevate Mintel as a top consumer insights.
• Naturally Curious: you are naturally curious and great at navigating internal and external data, asking second and third level questions to see the patterns behind data to craft expert analysis.
• Self-Directed: you take initiative to solve problems and uncover opportunities. You have a self-sufficient work ethic, are entrepreneurial in spirit, and are naturally self-motivated. You welcome the ability to work autonomously and bring new ideas to the table.
• Experience: Candidates will come to this role with 1-3 years of experience in marketing, communication, data analysis and/or research with strong writing ability. Additionally, they will have a working knowledge of business fundamentals to understand the implications of brand tactics. Candidates should have familiarity with syndicated market research and experience working on cross-functional teams.

What We Offer:

• A culture that supports true collaboration whilst embracing remote working.
• Flexible start time and end time.
• Blended (office/home) approach to work.
• Approach to personal development where we encourage individuals to grow and share what they’ve learned.
• Social events, both within the department and across the company.
• Generous annual leave and wider circle employee benefits.
• Additional one day off to celebrate your birthday.
• Membership in Employee Resource Groups (Mintel Diversity, Mintel Wellness, and Mintel Gives).
• Giving back is part of our culture with this in mind, Mintel gives employees 2 days' leave per year to join local volunteering activities organized by our Mintel Gives (where applicable).
• Mental health and wellbeing support via Modern Health App.
• Beautifully designed offices foster collaboration and fun.

Mintel is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to the strength of an inclusive workplace. 

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