Insight Analyst

Acosta, Inc.; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading market insights firm in the UK is seeking an Insight Analyst to convert data into actionable insights. The candidate will work collaboratively with client teams, providing detailed analysis and impactful presentations. Strong communication, advanced Excel, and experience with Power BI are essential. This role includes building client relationships and evaluating product performance in a hybrid work setting. An exciting opportunity to contribute to client success and enhance their strategic initiatives.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills to present complex data clearly.
• Ability to build rapport with stakeholders.
• Experience in data analysis and visualisation.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with clients.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality analysis.
• Evaluate new product launches and monitor promotional effectiveness.
• Prepare and present detailed findings to clients.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Highly developed analysis and decision-making skills

Proficiency in advanced Excel

Strong organisational skills

Tools

Power BI

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Insight Analyst

Job Title: Insight Analyst

Location: Hybrid/Office-based

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Full Time

About Us

Acosta Europe connects people with brands to deliver measurable results through unrivalled field execution, insight and collaboration. As part of a global business, we champion talent, culture and performance - empowering people to thrive and brands to grow.

About the Role

Are you an analytical thinker with a passion for turning data into actionable insights? We are seeking a dynamic Insights Analyst to play a key role in building relationships with clients and delivering engaging, visually impactful analysis. This position offers the exciting opportunity to work closely with both the Account and Insight Teams to provide insightful and high-quality analysis that drives client success.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients through regular communication, including performance reviews and commercial presentations.
• Collaborate with the Account and Insight teams to deliver high-quality, actionable analysis.
• Provide insight into growth opportunities in a competitive marketplace and help direct and measure field team performance for better efficiency and effectiveness.
• Actively contribute to identifying commercial opportunities and challenge client strategies for optimal results.
• Forecast and measure the impact of field operations, ensuring a clear understanding of ROI and return on investment.
• Evaluate new product launches and monitor promotional effectiveness, compliance and pricing impacts.
• Provide detailed analysis on various aspects such as Point of Sale (POS) location impact, distribution compliance, planogram compliance and intervention effectiveness.
• Deliver insights into supply chain efficiencies and lost sales opportunities, contributing to the optimisation of processes.
• Prepare and present clear, impactful findingsprès to clients through regular data reports and presentations.
• Ensure all system-generated reports are delivered accurately and on time, with insightful analysis for ongoing improvement.
• Consistently utilise territory optimisation and journey planning software to streamline field operations.

What We’re Looking For

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex data in a clear and engaging manner.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport and influence key stakeholders.
• Highly developed analysis, decision-making and judgment skills.
• Strong time‑and‑task management abilities, with a target‑driven approach to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in advanced Excel and intermediate PowerPoint.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience in retail or FMCG industries.
• Experience using Power BI for data analysis and visualisation.
• A customer‑focused mindset with the ability to turn insights into strategic actions.

Ready to excel with Acosta Europe? Apply now and elevate your insights career to new heights