Analytical Consultant (Retail)

TL;DR

Analytical Consultant (Retail): Translating complex market and shopper data into actionable business strategies for a major UK grocery retailer with an accent on strategic partnership and insight-led growth. Focus on leveraging scanning and panel datasets to identify growth opportunities and influence decision-making.

Location: Hybrid (Must be based in London or Oxford, UK)

Salary: 48,000 – 57,000 GBP gross per year

Company

Global consumer intelligence company providing the most complete view of consumers and markets through advanced analytics and unparalleled datasets.

What you will do

• Act as a strategic advisor for a major UK grocery retailer to unlock value from data and insights.
• Combine Scanning, Panel, and other datasets to identify market trends and shopper behavior.
• Translate complex business questions into actionable insight programs and strategic recommendations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across commercial and insight functions.
• Deliver compelling storytelling to influence senior stakeholder decision-making and business planning.
• Support account planning and identify opportunities to increase the value of NIQ deliverables.

Requirements

• Proven experience in FMCG, retail, or market research analytics.
• Strong analytical capability, specifically using Consumer Panel data.
• Demonstrated ability to manage stakeholders and build trusted relationships.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of business drivers.
• Confident presentation and storytelling skills.
• Ability to work in a hybrid mode from London or Oxford.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible, people-first working environment.
• Strong career and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to industry-leading analytical tools and global datasets.
• Volunteer time off and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Professional growth via LinkedIn Learning.