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Graduate Market Analyst – Edinburgh – Job Description

 

Medical Product Development is one of the most exciting and fastest growing markets there is. New capabilities such a precision operating devices and stem cell cultivation machines will lead to a reinvention of how we treat and cure even the most destructive and life damaging ailments and diseases. My client is playing a key role in enabling these innovative capabilities and if you join us, you will too!

 

They are excited to expand their team and are looking for a Graduate Market Analyst based in Edinburgh or able to relocate to Edinburgh, who has a passion for business, market analysis and an interest in technology development. They want someone who can take responsibility of the market data coming into the business and can proactively explore new technologies and new business opportunities they can target and come up with new business strategies for the organisation.  

 

About This Role

 

You will conduct market research and analysis at the industry, sector and customer levels and provide assessments and recommendations to support decision-making and strategy development.

You do not need prior product or industry technical knowledge to apply for this role – they are looking for someone who shares their values, can demonstrate the relevant business skills and is eager to learn.

 

Job Requirements

 

What will I be accountable for?

 

Providing market research data and analysis to the Business Development team, Customer Management team, as well as Senior Management. Analysis will include tracking leading and future technologies in key target markets as well as identifying and recommending specific market opportunities and tracking existing Plexus customer data.

You will also be responsible for compiling and analysing target account and customer revenue, and other financial statistics and logistical data as defined by the needs of the Market Sector team. Reporting may include aggregating, trending, forecasting, and identifying patterns. Maintain additional information on customer and target accounts, based on Market Sector requirements.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to start their business career at a globally-renowned company and gain experience across a wide range of new business disciplines. Are you a future Business Leader, Director or Managing Director?

 

Training and Career Development

My client believe their company is only as good as their employees. This is the mantra their whole organisation works to.

 

They do not want to hire you to then see you leave 2 years later. That’s why your career path is mapped on the first day and is constantly being discussed and reviewed to make sure you are getting the experience and training you require to get to where you want to be.

 

Whether that’s a leading authority in your chosen field or the Director of your own business unit.

 

Their training is a mix of in house and external training that has been specially selected to get the most of their employees. And no expense has been spared in this pursuit. If you decide you want to do your MBA you will be sponsored and supported throughout the process. If you want Prince 2 project management training, its likely its already in your development plan.

 

You will also be paid fairly to compensate your time and hard work. The company has very well-defined pay scales, so you will know what you need to achieve to get that promotion you desire.

 

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business Management, Business Information Systems, Finance or an Economics degree or similar.

• Knowledge of the technology industry is a plus but is not required.

 

Interpersonal Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to influence others to meet a deadline

• High-energy, open-minded, reliable, creative

• A good listener, with the ability to take input from multiple sources and filter into concise communication

• Capable of working as a team player and independently

• Ability to work closely and effectively with other team members

 

Desirable Skills And Experience

• Experience in the technology development industry (doesn’t have to be medical)

• Project management skills

• Understanding of business concepts and financial analysis, cost models and contracts and negotiation.

• Quantitative analysis skills and ability to conduct business and financial research and analysis. Ability to understand, summarize and explain complex technical, technological and business concepts.

 

Be your brilliant self

• Be quirky not egocentric

• Recognise the power in saying ‘I don’t know’

• Make trust our default position

• Hold strong opinions lightly

 

Apply Now

If this Graduate Market Analyst position based in Edinburgh, Scotland sounds interesting to you and you would like more information, please get in touch by either sending a CV to JBean@octagongroup.co.uk or call 01525 306220 and ask for Jabe.

Looking forward to speaking with you!

 

This role would be suitable for Graduate Market Analysts or Junior Business Analysts looking for new jobs in Scotland, Edinburgh.

 

Octagon Technical Recruitment specialise in Engineering and Technology jobs across the globe. We are based in the Silsoe, Bedfordshire in the UK and have clients across Europe, America & Canada and the United Kingdom. If you are looking for R&D, Engineering and Technical Sales positions such as Software Jobs, Electronics Jobs, Mechanical Jobs, Management Jobs, Test & Quality Jobs, Manufacturing Jobs, Sales Jobs please get in touch. We post all our live Engineering Jobs on Octagon Group website.