Senior Research Analyst

Introduction to Demandbase: 

Demandbase is the Smarter GTM™ company for B2B brands. We help marketing and sales teams overcome the disruptive data and technology fragmentation that inhibits insight and forces them to spam their prospects. We do this by injecting Account Intelligence into every step of the buyer journey, wherever our clients interact with customers, and by helping them orchestrate every action across systems and channels - through advertising, account-based experience, and sales motions. The result? You spot opportunities earlier, engage with them more intelligently, and close deals faster. 

As a company, we’re as committed to growing careers as we are to building world-class technology. We invest heavily in people, our culture, and the community around us. We have offices in the San Francisco Bay Area, New York, Seattle, and teams in the UK and India . We have also been continuously recognized as one of the best places to work in the San Francisco Bay Area.

We're committed to attracting, developing, retaining, and promoting a diverse workforce. By ensuring that every Demandbase employee is able to bring a diversity of talents to work, we're increasingly capable of living out our mission to transform how B2B goes to market. We encourage people from historically underrepresented backgrounds and all walks of life to apply. Come grow with us at Demandbase!

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Research Analyst to join our dynamic team. This role is crucial for driving informed business decisions through data gathering, analysis, and insightful reporting. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of business research methodologies, data analysis techniques, and a passion for data accuracy and problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Comprehensive Data Research and Analysis: Source, collect, research, and analyze data from a variety of business information sources and specialized databases to generate actionable insights.
• Drive Data-Driven Decision-Making: Conduct in-depth strategic analysis to identify trends, anomalies, and root causes, translating complex findings into clear, impactful recommendations for product and business growth.
• Ensure Data Quality and Integrity: Apply strong problem-solving skills to resolve data queries, perform rigorous quality checks, and proactively identify and address data coverage gaps.
• Provide Training and Knowledge Transfer: Mentor and train new team members on industry best practices and advanced data analysis techniques.
• Leverage Domain and Product Expertise: Work closely with data engineers, product teams, and business stakeholders to define and deliver technical roadmaps, ensuring sound solutions and maximizing customer value.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business or Commerce
• 8-10 years of relevant work experience
• Expertise in sourcing and extracting data from diverse business information sources
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, complex formulas, data validation, charting) for data manipulation, analysis, and reporting
• Skill in translating complex data into visually compelling narratives for various audiences
• Ability to design and create clear, insightful, and actionable dashboards and reports
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-organized and self-driven, with strong personal integrity
• Strong understanding and application of data quality principles and best practices
• Ability to perform root cause analysis on large datasets and identify underlying business drivers
• Proven ability to train and mentor new team members, sharing best practices and advanced techniques and strong knowledge transfer skills.
• A strong passion for data, continuous learning, and staying updated with industry best practices and emerging analytical techniques.
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Demandbase

At Demandbase, we believe in creating a workplace culture that values and celebrates diversity in all its forms. We recognize that everyone brings unique experiences, perspectives, and identities to the table, and we are committed to building a community where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. Discrimination of any kind is not tolerated, and we strive to ensure that every individual has an equal opportunity to succeed and grow, regardless of their gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, ethnicity, background, marital status, genetic information, education level, veteran status, national origin, or any other protected status. We do not automatically disqualify applicants with criminal records and will consider each applicant on a case-by-case basis.

We recognize that not all candidates will have every skill or qualification listed in this job description. If you feel you have the level of experience to be successful in the role, we encourage you to apply!

We acknowledge that true diversity and inclusion require ongoing effort, and we are committed to doing the work required to make our workplace a safe and equitable space for all. Join us in building a community where we can learn from each other, celebrate our differences, and work together.

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