Market Analyst

**This position is a 3-6 month fixed term contract**

At SilverRail, we're on a mission to reshape the way the world travels, and we're inviting you to be part of this journey. Rail is becoming the go-to choice for short and medium-haul travel worldwide, and we're here to help make it happen. 

In the face of the ongoing climate crisis, our vision is crystal clear. We are transforming the online customer experience for rail travel, making it easier than ever for customers to find, buy and use rail. Our cutting-edge technology is the backbone of rail and travel agencies worldwide, making it effortless for travellers to choose the eco-friendly option and reduce their carbon footprint.  

We have nearly 15 years of trailblazing success behind us, and our teams are spread across the globe, with bases in London, Boston, Brisbane, and Stockholm. We thrive on the philosophy of 'fail-fast-fail-early,' which drives us to find ingenious solutions to complex challenges. 

Join us, and help shape the future of travel! 

The Role  

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Market Analyst to join our dynamic team on a 3-6 month fixed term contract. As a Market Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in conducting comprehensive market research, analysing trends, and providing actionable insights to inform strategic decision-making. 

Key Responsibilities  

• Conduct thorough market research and analysis to identify key trends, opportunities, and threats within the Rail Industry. 
• Produce detailed research on new high speed rail routes becoming available  
• Provide insights into new companies entering the market. 
• Investigate new business opportunities based on your research, including new avenues for the business to consider. 
• Monitor industry developments, competitor activities, and regulatory changes to assess their impact on our business and market position. 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather data, synthesize findings, and develop actionable recommendations to drive business growth. 
• Prepare insightful reports, presentations, and dashboards to communicate findings and recommendations to internal stakeholders, including senior management. 
• Utilise advanced analytical tools and techniques to interpret data and derive meaningful insights that inform strategic planning and decision-making. 
• Stay abreast of emerging market trends, and best practices in market analysis to continuously enhance our analytical capabilities. 

Required Competence and Skills 

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Marketing, or a related field. 
• Proven experience in market research, data analysis or business intelligence 
• Previous experience in investment banking/VC highly regarded 
• Experience within the Rail/Travel industry would be beneficial 
• Proficiency in statistical analysis tools and data visualization software (e.g., Excel, Power BI). 
• Strong PowerPoint skills and confidence presenting to C suite leaders and board members 
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets and extract actionable insights. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts in a clear and concise manner. 
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail. 
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and effectively prioritize tasks to meet deadlines. 

Why us?  

• We have an average Glassdoor grade of 4.7 and 100% recommendation rates.  
• We are a globally accredited Great Place To Work: https://www.greatplacetowork.co.uk/workplace/item/6789/SilverRail+Technologies&time=1683041411341#career   
• We are an accredited flexible company and were named in Flexa’s Top 50 Most Flexible Companies: https://flexa.careers/companies/silverrail   
• We utilise a hybrid working model, providing equipment for home working alongside one or two monthly visits to our beautiful central London office.  
• We offer a highly competitive benefits package including private healthcare and Perkbox rewards, as well as stock options that give you the chance to buy into SilverRail’s future.  
• We provide a wealth of career development opportunities with training that is individual, focused on improving your skills and helping you become the best professional you can be.  
• Our team’s health and wellness is genuinely important to us, so we offer a number of wellbeing seminars and membership to the #1 leading meditation app. 
• We are the fourth company in the world to become reproductively responsible, accredited by Hertility providing educational workshops around women’s health, family planning and fertility as well as progressive leave policies & hormone testing  
• A unique opportunity to work for a tech company that is helping the environment by revolutionising the way we travel.  

Our values are simple: Do Good by working for a better tomorrow; Think Big Act Smart by being curious, adaptable and data-driven; and remember that through collaboration we will always be Stronger Together.  

*We are a neurodiverse employer and are working hard to improve our recruitment processes, so if there is any way that we can make the recruitment experience better for you then please let us know in your application - all information will be treated as strictly confidential* 

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