Consultant- Research &Advisory

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:Consultant- Research &AdvisoryLocation:Dubai, AECompany: CRIF Gulf DWC LLCJob Title: Consultant – Research & AdvisoryIndustry / Segment: Management ConsultingJob Family: Market Research, Analysis and ConsultingLocation: DubaiReporting to: Sr.Manager – Marketing & ProjectsDotted Line Reporting To: Project DirectorJob Summary:This role utilizes business and financial acumen to analyze data/information made available by the client for identification of client challenges and collaborate with your department colleagues to craft solutions alongside identifying key risks/challenges that could be faced in design or implementation of a holistic business strategy for the client’s business and contributing independent ideas/solutions to overcome the same.Responsibilities:Market Research:Conduct secondary market research with little or no supervision including International BenchmarkingSupport in conducting FGDs, one on one interviews and other forms of primary research orchestrated to attain desired inputsConduct analysis using statistical models and spreadsheetsInformation Analysis & Research Deck Preparations:Assist the Project Manager in performing analysis of collected information and preparing research decksAssist in brainstorming and developing research-based recommendations for business challenges encountered by the clientConduct analysis using statistical models and spreadsheets and support in report writingProject Management:Assist the Project Manager in developing regular ‘Project Updates’ for the client and in creating the required presentation decks for management updatesAssist the Project Manager in identifying and highlighting project -related challenges to the client as necessaryAssist the Project Manager in any administrative aspect linked to the project including client invoicing and collection of paymentsAssist Business Development in putting together the proposal/concept design to bidAssist Business Development in proposing the concept to prospectsTechnical Skills Required:Strategy & Business Analysis:Good understanding of strategy development and implementation tools including Balanced Scorecard, Porters Five Forces, SWOT Analysis, ANSOFF Matrix, etc.Ability to understand and design strategy frameworks as deemed suitable in specific client situations/projectsWorking knowledge of structure and methodology used to develop feasibility reports and business plans for organizations in different sectors (and of different sizes)Ability to breakdown complex business challenges into smaller manageable strategic initiatives which can be prioritized for strategic growth and business optimizationAbility to develop comprehensive financial models for establishing feasibility of specific business ideas and new projectsDevelop financial forecasts for the management based on strategic initiatives, geographic expansion plans, new product launch, cross-selling or upselling opportunities for existing products/servicesDocumentation:Excellent skills linked to Microsoft Power Point, Excel, Visio and MS WordAbility to write clear, concise and effective project reportsKey Attributes & Skills:Creativity, flexibility & innovationProblem- solving skills & strong logical reasoningGood presentation and negotiating skillsClear and effective internal and external communicationSolicitation of regular feedback from team members for self-improvementExperience Requirements:Minimum 3 years of professional experience in a consulting / strategy role (preferably with the Big 4)Qualification Requirements:Mandatory Qualification:Master’s in Business Management (preference for majors in Finance or Strategy) / Masters of Economics#J-18808-Ljbffr