Assistant Manager, Research & Insights

About BDO India

BDO is a global professional services network present in over 166 countries, generating revenues exceeding USD 14 billion with over six decades of experience. It primarily serves mid-market clients with a dedicated focus on client service excellence. BDO India Services Private Limited is the Indian member firm of BDO International, offering a spectrum of strategic, operational, accounting, tax, and regulatory advisory services tailored for both domestic and international clients across various sectors. The firm comprises 300+ partners and directors and more than 10,000 professionals spread across 14 major cities and 20 offices in India. The organization aims for significant growth over the next 3 to 5 years, expanding its teams and business dimensions considerably.

Role Overview

The Assistant Manager will oversee several research and advisory projects, ensuring prompt delivery of high-standard, client-ready outputs. The role demands excellent capabilities in project oversight, engagement with stakeholders, analytical reasoning, and research to facilitate strategic decisions for both internal teams and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple research projects, managing them from initial definition through to execution and final delivery.
• Create and maintain detailed project plans, monitor timelines, progress, and ensure deadlines are consistently met.
• Serve as the main liaison for project stakeholders, maintaining strong communication and managing relationships effectively.
• Collect client requirements, respond to feedback constructively, solve problems, and seek opportunities for upselling and enhancing client value.
• Lead research assignments covering business, market, industry, company, and financial analysis.
• Apply both qualitative and quantitative methods to derive actionable insights and formulate recommendations.
• Produce reports, presentations, market evaluations, benchmarking analyses, and strategic intelligence documentation.
• Critically assess deliverables for precision, completeness, and alignment with client expectations and project goals.
• Proactively identify potential project risks or issues and manage escalation when needed.
• Collaborate extensively with internal teams, subject matter experts, and different practice areas.
• Contribute to knowledge management efforts and help develop thought leadership content.
• Guide and mentor junior analysts on research techniques and quality standards for deliverables.
• Utilize various research tools, databases, and emerging tech platforms to enhance efficiency and insight quality.
• Effectively employ data visualization and storytelling to present complex findings clearly and engagingly.

Qualifications & Experience

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Economics, English Literature, Mass Communication, or related fields from a reputable institution.
• Between 4 to 6 years of professional experience in research, consulting, business intelligence, market intelligence, or analytics roles.
• Preferably experience with research and consulting firms, advisory bodies, knowledge services, or corporate strategy units.
• Proven ability to manage client-facing projects and handle multiple concurrent engagements effectively.