Graduate Analyst - Risk Management

Job Description

Who we are… Verdantix is an award-winning independent research, advisory and events firm. We act as an essential thought-leader for world-enhancing innovation, through our expertise in digital strategies for Sustainability, Real Estate and Built Environment, ESG, Operational Excellence, and Net Zero. From our head office in Central London, and hubs in Boston and New York City, we produce high-quality research, deliver consulting projects, and create events for senior managers, technology executives and investors. The role… This analyst role provides the successful candidate with an opportunity to research technology and services for Risk Management, covering aspects such as third party risk management, operational resilience, insurance solutions, and ESG and non-financial risks We are looking for candidates who are interested in joining our award-winning research firm, focusing on a research area that requires passion and practicality, and building a career in one of our fastest growing research teams. Excelling in the role requires an enthusiasm for understanding how technology can improve business outcomes, experience in producing high-quality written deliverables, and the ability to contribute to client-facing engagements. Successful candidates will have the ambition to undertake a wide range of qualitative and quantitative research in collaboration with other analysts. You will establish relationships across the industry, work on all aspects of market research and contribute to consulting projects. Typical clients are executives in multi-billion revenue corporates, professional services firms, technology firms and investors. This role is paying in the region of £34K - £36K (dependent on experience) with a very competitive quarterly performance bonus. 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. What you’ll be doing… Learning how to use research and analysis to create insightful reports for businesses. Write high-quality research in English while meeting deadlines. Source and conduct interviews with executives and industry experts. Building quantitative models to size and forecast building technology Contribute to client advisory workshops and other presentations. Apply and create business research methodologies. Attend industry events to help raise the profile of Verdantix in the market. Identify commercial opportunities and work with sales colleagues. Contribute to product development in a team context. Build up your profile in the industry. What we’re looking for Educated to Master’s degree level with a preference for top-tier universities, preferably with focus on Business, Economics, Risk Management, Insurance, Engineering, Law, Geography or similar. Ideal candidates will have some experience in professional services / consulting firm / analyst firm. Interest in the future of risk management technology and services Excellent communication and public speaking skills, for face to face and telephone interviews, as well as presentations to clients and webinars Proven ability to quickly write high quality reports for a business audience. Team Player Perfect written English and fluent spoken English Verifiable track record of meeting deadlines High ethical standards 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 We seek individuals with a passionate belief in sustainability. People who thrive at Verdantix have a proven work ethic, a desire to be challenged, a strong sense of curiosity, a competitive attitude and a world class sense of humour. Our management culture and career development is based on achievements, skills and behaviours with quarterly reviews that keep individuals and the firm on track. We recognize that everyone on the Verdantix team has a significant contribution to make to the growth of the business. So we operate with a high level of transparency about business performance and include all employees in big decisions such as growth strategies and new product launches. Come and join our growing team 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 trade awards in the United Kingdom. Verdantix won the Queen’s Award due to its sustained growth in international trade over a period of 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 17 countries. Verdantix is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing a work environment that is free from all forms of discrimination. We want our recruitment process to reflect that. Please tell your recruitment partner directly if there’s anything you need to make our interview process more accessible.