Technology Analyst: Tech Scouting, Market Research & Consultancy

We are seeking a Technology Analyst to assist companies in understanding technically complex emerging technologies and their commercial challenges and opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a strong scientific background and genuine interest in business, with excellent analytical and communication skills.

Requirements

• A strong record of academic achievement, including A/A* A-Level Mathematics and an Undergraduate/Master's degree in Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, Biology, Material Science or other relevant subjects, ideally from a top UK or internationally ranked university.
• Some technical/commercial experience is preferable, demonstrating skills such as engaging with customers/potential customers, meeting objectives, demonstration of commercial acumen etc.
• Excellent ability to seek out and present compelling new information and articulate an analysis both verbally and in writing, with accompanying visuals (charts, infographics, etc.)
• Be comfortable with calling and talking to many people in a business to business environment. Effectively question interviewees to compile research useful in assessing a particular technology or industry.
• Experienced user of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Must be confident in giving technical presentations in front of an audience.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as having a collaborative attitude to your work. You will be expected to be part of a team and coach and motivate others when necessary.
• In addition to strong English language skills, it would be advantageous, but not necessary, to be proficient in another language, in particular Chinese, German, Japanese or Korean.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with discretionary bonuses
• Discretionary benefits including life insurance and private medical insurance
• Pension scheme with employer contribution