Industry Analyst - AI & Industrial Technologies

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...

Working in a team of analysts located in the firm's London, New York, and Boston offices, you will be analysing the impact of technology on industrial production operations, planning and scheduling, and asset maintenance and performance. These markets are undergoing transformational changes under the influence of technologies such as industrial AI, advanced analytics, computer vision, robotics, cloud platforms, mobile technologies and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT).

Success in the role requires an interest in digital technology and an understanding of how industrial facilities operate, particularly around production planning, manufacturing execution and maintenance management. The successful candidate will have the ambition to undertake a wide range of qualitative and quantitative research, write high quality reports and present research findings to client executives.

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 £42,000 - £48,000 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 projects based on the established portfolio of Verdantix methodologies.
• Undertaking research interviews with operations, engineering and maintenance managers.
• Building quantitative models to size and forecast industrial technology markets.
• Efficiently writing high-quality research documents in English.
• Learning how to produce short reports on technology vendors based on technology briefings.
• Working on consulting projects relating to industrial technologies including AI-based analytics, digital twins, predictive maintenance software, asset performance software, CMMS, etc.
• Attending Verdantix events and industry conferences.
• Developing trusted relationships with Verdantix clients.
• Supporting marketing efforts by writing blogs and engaging in social media activities.

About you...

• Educated to master's level with a preference for top-tier universities, ideally with a degree in data science, artificial intelligence, computer science, industrial engineering, applied mathematics, statistics or a related analytical discipline.
• More than 2-years work experience in a business role preferably with exposure to industrial technologies, or working within engineering, production or maintenance functions at industrial facilities. 
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to solve problems and come up with new ideas.
• Sufficient quantitative skills and knowledge of Excel to manipulate large data sets and apply basic mathematical concepts.
• Familiarity with how to produce charts in Excel and figures in PowerPoint.
• Proven ability to quickly write reports for a business audience.
• Perfect written English and fluent spoken English.
• Experience in interviewing senior managers over the phone and in person to collect business information.
• Exceptional interpersonal communication and team collaboration skills.
• World class sense of humour.

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.