Consultant – Research & Advisory

About the Position

We are seeking a Consultant – Research & Advisory to join CRIF Gulf DWC LLC in Dubai. This role focuses on market research, analysis, and consulting, utilizing business and financial acumen to analyze data and craft solutions for client challenges.

Responsibilities

Market Research

• Conduct secondary market research with little or no supervision including International Benchmarking
• Develop preparatory material for research phase including discussion guides, survey questionnaires, sampling frameworks, etc.
• Support in conducting FGDs, one on one interviews, and other forms of primary research orchestrated to attain desired inputs
• Conduct analysis using statistical models and spreadsheets

Information Analysis & Research Deck Preparations

• Assist the Project Manager in performing analysis of collected information and preparing research decks
• Assist in brainstorming and developing research-based recommendations for business challenges encountered by the client
• Conduct analysis using statistical models and spreadsheets and support in report writing

Project Management

• Assist the Project Manager in developing regular ‘Project Updates’ for the client and in creating the required presentation decks for management updates
• Assist the Project Manager in identifying and highlighting project-related challenges to the client as necessary
• Assist the Project Manager in any administrative aspect linked to the project including client invoicing and collection of payments

Pre-sales Enablement

• Assist Business Development in putting together the proposal/concept design to bid
• Assist Business Development in proposing the concept to prospects

Requirements

Technical 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/projects
  • Working 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 optimization

• Financial:

  • Ability to develop comprehensive financial models for establishing feasibility of specific business ideas and new projects
  • Develop financial forecasts for the management based on strategic initiatives, geographic expansion plans, new product launch, cross-selling or upselling opportunities for existing products/services

• Documentation:

  • Excellent skills linked to Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, and MS Word
  • Ability to write clear, concise, and effective project reports

Key Attributes & Skills

• Creativity, flexibility & innovation
• Problem-solving skills & strong logical reasoning
• Good presentation and negotiating skills
• Clear and effective internal and external communication
• Solicitation of regular feedback from team members for self-improvement

Experience 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

Desired Qualification

• PMP/PRINCE2 Certified

We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work with a leading consulting firm
• Professional development opportunities

About the Company

CRIF Gulf DWC LLC is a part of the CRIF Group, a global leader in data analytics and decision intelligence. We provide innovative solutions to clients in various sectors, helping them make informed decisions and achieve their business objectives.

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