Analyst

The RoleThis analyst role provides the successful candidate with an opportunity to undertake strategic research focused on decarbonization and the energy transition. To support our clients, our research explores how firms are adapting to a changing energy picture, driven by electrification, decarbonization and geopolitical risk, and using software and solutions to plan and prepare for, and operate in, the energy transition.  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. 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.  Salary opportunity is £34K - £36K depending on experience level, plus a very competitive quarterly bonus scheme.  This is a hybrid role which requires 3 days a week in the office during probationary period, and will decrease to 2 days upon successful completion.What You'll Be DoingConducting research and creating original reports and presentations on energy transition- and decarbonization-related software and services based on the established portfolio of Verdantix methodologies.Supporting and co-ordinating other team member’s researchAssisting with internal consultants on advisory consultancy work on topics such as sustainability, energy, energy technology and energy systemsResponsible for managing and publishing the external decarbonization and energy transition-themed newsletterBuilding quantitative models to size and forecast software and services markets.Providing input to and managing outputs from large language models (LLMs) in support of digital productsSupporting client workshops and consulting projects whilst developing trusted relationships with Verdantix clients and senior industry decision makers.Attending industry events to help raise the profile of Verdantix in the market.Supporting marketing efforts by writing blogs and engaging in social media activities.About YouEducation in engineering, sustainability or other energy related degree. Master’s degree is highly desirable but not essentialIdeal candidates will have an interest in or exposure to commercial and/or industrial energy topics and decarbonization programmesInterest in the future of the energy transition and AI development.Strong analytical mindset with the ability to solve problems and come up with new ideas.Experience within a data research or consulting organisation is highly desirable, but not essentialProven ability to quickly produce high quality research for a business audience.Quantitative skills and knowledge of Excel to manipulate large data sets and apply basic mathematical concepts.Familiarity with MS office suite (including PowerPoint) to produce client ready analysis and presentations.Exceptional interpersonal communication and team collaboration skills.Curiosity and openness towards new genAI-related productivity and research toolsAdditional Benefits We OfferCompetitive salary (with annual review)Performance-driven quarterly bonus schemePension with enhanced employer contributionGenerous holiday entitlement, accruing an extra day with every year worked (local capping applies)Quarterly employee recognition schemeHybrid working option, with the aim of promoting flexibility and work-life balancePrivate medical insurance, including online GP service, mental health support and discounted gym membershipsEnhanced family-friendly benefitsWeekly ‘flexi-hour’ to extend a lunch break or finish early on your day of choiceCycle to work scheme - tax-efficient purchase of a bike, bike accessories, or bothTime off for volunteering when done through our partner OnHand: an app for local volunteering and climate actionMultiple social events throughout the year, including Company Ramble & Sports DayStrong focus on learning and development with career plans for all employeesDog-friendly officeFantastic colleagues with a great sense of humour!Who We AreVerdantix’s mission is to deliver independent, accurate, and actionable research and advisory services. We empower the world’s most innovative corporations, technology and services vendors, and investors with granular insights and data-driven analysis. Our team is a curious, collaborative group of expert analysts, data engineers, commercial specialists, creative professionals, and thought leaders working together to help clients achieve their most important goals.Since our foundation in 2008, we have been built our company around five values. They encapsulate what we stand for, the way we do business and the impact we have on the communities we serve.Why VerdantixAt Verdantix, innovation, technology, and human insight come together to solve problems that really matter. We are an AI‑enabled organisation where advanced analytics, data, and emerging technologies are embedded in everyday work, shaping how we research, analyse, and deliver insights that help organizational leaders harness innovation and meet the challenges of a changing world.Every day, our teams generate analysis and intelligence that some of the world’s most innovative companies rely on. Across areas including AI, EHS and quality, ESG and sustainability, industrial transformation, operational risk, and real estate and the built environment, we use AI and data to interpret fast‑moving technological change and translate it into insights that can be understood, applied, and acted on.At the heart of our work is a belief that real big-picture thinking depends on a mastery of detail. Success at Verdantix depends on curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to continuously learn as technologies evolve. We look for people who are excited by how AI can enhance thinking, sharpen analysis, and amplify impact, while remaining accountable for quality, judgment, and outcomes. Individuals who thrive here bring a strong work ethic, a desire to be challenged, a competitive mindset, and a collaborative spirit, all underpinned by a sense of humour and enjoyment in the work we do together.Our culture is transparent, high‑trust, and performance‑driven. Career development is grounded in achievements, skills, and behaviours, with regular feedback and reviews that keep both individuals and the firm moving forward. We recognise that everyone at Verdantix has a meaningful role to play in our growth, which is why we share openly how the business is performing and involve our people in major decisions - from growth strategies to new product launches.What unites us is a shared belief that innovation, powered by AI, expertise, and curiosity, can help shape a better world. If you want to work at the intersection of technology, insight, and real‑world impact, Verdantix is the place to do it.