Research Associate - Data & Research Services
Skills Preferred
Job Description
As a Research Associate within BCGβs Data and Research Service (DRS) function, you will ensure delivery of error-free and insightful research projects within our Climate and Sustainability practice area. You will gain expertise in leveraging wide range of research resources, information portals and approaches in delivering research outputs that are meaningful for your requestors. You will display your ability to synthesize data and draw insights in the context of the βresearch askβ, accurately. Over a period of time, you will engage with seniors in the team on a regular basis to grow your understanding of the Practice Area and deliver deep insights to our Case and Knowledge teams. BCG's Climate and Sustainability Practice creates breakthrough strategies for clients across all sectors. We work collaboratively with our clients and across our capabilities to deliver insights, produce results, and create profound value.
Responsibilities
Ensuring consistent high-quality research outputs. You will ensure complete and error-free delivery of research requests. Gain expertise in leveraging a wide range of research resources, information portals, and approaches in delivering research outputs. Demonstrate your ability to synthesize (draw insight/ conclusion) and package research output that directly addresses the problem in a clear and structured way. Opportunistically contribute to BCG publications and internal materials. Developing and demonstrating client-responsiveness. Develop capabilities to understand and anticipate case team research needs (understanding case-team asks, client contexts, etc. to tailor research accordingly). Continuously engage with Research Analysts and Senior Research Analysts to discuss the same. Demonstrate speed-to-output and client-orientation in delivery (improving on effectiveness in research completion). Strong ownership and ability to manage (ability to identify priority) multiple requests at the same time. Focus on customer satisfaction as the primary goal.
Job Requirements
Undergraduate degree minimum (preferably in environmental engineering, environmental science, climate change, sustainability, etc.) with a high academic record. 0-1 year of relevant working experience, in a Consulting or Research organization. Basic understanding of the Climate and Sustainability space (ESG, circular economy, decarbonization solutions, carbon markets, nature-based solutions, climate policies and risk, etc.) Excellent English; verbal and written. Ability to work with a wide array of platforms including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; to be able to provide insights in the most user-friendly format
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