Senior Analyst Retail
Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd, Olympia, Washington, United States
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The team EY’s Sector Insights team comprises market-facing sector experts across 18 sectors, shaping EY’s differentiated perspectives on the future of each sector. The team equips EY’s 400,000 professionals with insights that enable insightful client conversations, drive growth, create new client opportunities, strengthen relationships, and shape EY’s positioning and brand.
The opportunity The retail sector is transforming. Digital networks are creating a proliferation of channels that blend experiences with transactions. AI is optimizing business processes and engaging customers. Private label prominence, loyalty schemes, and retail media are driving new revenue streams as retailers rethink their value proposition. Yet headwinds such as supply chain volatility, geopolitical uncertainty, and economic weakness challenge retailers’ ability to deliver shareholder and customer value.
Your key responsibilities
Develop a strong internal brand to become recognized within EY as a leader and subject matter expert at the business unit and executive level.
Engage with senior retail leaders to provide commercial perspectives on the issues, challenges, and opportunities facing retailers, preparing insightful analysis on the impact of those trends for EY and its clients.
Participate in client meetings and represent the firm at selected events to enhance EY’s presence in the market.
Collaborate with domain stakeholders and EY colleagues across Insights, Clients, and Industries to support business development activities and service delivery to clients.
Working with the Lead Analyst to proactively support the development of the Insights strategy for retail, based on business priorities and a detailed understanding of sector dynamics.
Lead the creation of specific insights by leveraging EY’s proprietary knowledge and collaborating with Clients and Industries colleagues.
Identify opportunities for cross-sector collaboration and share insights with other Insights and Clients and Industries teams.
Synthesize diverse perspectives and sources to develop compelling insights that drive results.
Use qualitative and quantitative research methodologies to provide analytic insights.
Coach less‑experienced team members to improve their skills in research, analysis, data analytics, and visualization.
Skills and attributes for success
Deep sector expertise, based on working in strategic or research roles within retail or retail consulting
Strong presentation skills, with experience influencing senior clients and internal decision‑makers.
Demonstrated experience in a fast‑paced, client‑driven environment.
A proactive self‑starter, able to bring new ideas for new insights to leadership.
Collaborative and able to work effectively in a global, multi‑cultural environment.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, capable of explaining complex concepts clearly and concisely.
Ability to proactively build a network of internal and external contacts to shape insights.
Proficient in managing multiple projects simultaneously.
What we look for We are looking for individuals who are curious, strategic thinkers with a commercial perspective driven by an understanding of client experiences and broader marketplace dynamics. You should have strong analytical skills and the ability to present insights to clients, including at the executive level, in support of the domain’s agenda. A collaborative mindset is essential, as you will play a vital role in responding to emerging issues with technical experts across the EY network. You will work closely with the Retail Lead Analyst and other Analysts to deliver insightful content that helps EY differentiate itself in the marketplace and proactively identify new business opportunities and risks.
What we offer you The compensation ranges below are provided in order to comply with United States pay transparency laws. Other geographies will follow their local salary guidelines, which may not be a direct conversion of published US salary ranges. At EY, we’ll develop you with future‑focused skills and equip you with world‑class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams.
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $126,800 to $244,000. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $152,100 to $277,300. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
Join us in our team‑led and leader‑enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client‑serving roles to work together in person 40‑60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well‑being.
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
EY accepts applications for this position on an on‑going basis.
EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.
EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries, then select Option 1 for candidate queries and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EY’s Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at ssc.customersupport@ey.com.
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We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help build a better working world.
The team EY’s Sector Insights team comprises market-facing sector experts across 18 sectors, shaping EY’s differentiated perspectives on the future of each sector. The team equips EY’s 400,000 professionals with insights that enable insightful client conversations, drive growth, create new client opportunities, strengthen relationships, and shape EY’s positioning and brand.
The opportunity The retail sector is transforming. Digital networks are creating a proliferation of channels that blend experiences with transactions. AI is optimizing business processes and engaging customers. Private label prominence, loyalty schemes, and retail media are driving new revenue streams as retailers rethink their value proposition. Yet headwinds such as supply chain volatility, geopolitical uncertainty, and economic weakness challenge retailers’ ability to deliver shareholder and customer value.
Your key responsibilities
Develop a strong internal brand to become recognized within EY as a leader and subject matter expert at the business unit and executive level.
Engage with senior retail leaders to provide commercial perspectives on the issues, challenges, and opportunities facing retailers, preparing insightful analysis on the impact of those trends for EY and its clients.
Participate in client meetings and represent the firm at selected events to enhance EY’s presence in the market.
Collaborate with domain stakeholders and EY colleagues across Insights, Clients, and Industries to support business development activities and service delivery to clients.
Working with the Lead Analyst to proactively support the development of the Insights strategy for retail, based on business priorities and a detailed understanding of sector dynamics.
Lead the creation of specific insights by leveraging EY’s proprietary knowledge and collaborating with Clients and Industries colleagues.
Identify opportunities for cross-sector collaboration and share insights with other Insights and Clients and Industries teams.
Synthesize diverse perspectives and sources to develop compelling insights that drive results.
Use qualitative and quantitative research methodologies to provide analytic insights.
Coach less‑experienced team members to improve their skills in research, analysis, data analytics, and visualization.
Skills and attributes for success
Deep sector expertise, based on working in strategic or research roles within retail or retail consulting
Strong presentation skills, with experience influencing senior clients and internal decision‑makers.
Demonstrated experience in a fast‑paced, client‑driven environment.
A proactive self‑starter, able to bring new ideas for new insights to leadership.
Collaborative and able to work effectively in a global, multi‑cultural environment.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, capable of explaining complex concepts clearly and concisely.
Ability to proactively build a network of internal and external contacts to shape insights.
Proficient in managing multiple projects simultaneously.
What we look for We are looking for individuals who are curious, strategic thinkers with a commercial perspective driven by an understanding of client experiences and broader marketplace dynamics. You should have strong analytical skills and the ability to present insights to clients, including at the executive level, in support of the domain’s agenda. A collaborative mindset is essential, as you will play a vital role in responding to emerging issues with technical experts across the EY network. You will work closely with the Retail Lead Analyst and other Analysts to deliver insightful content that helps EY differentiate itself in the marketplace and proactively identify new business opportunities and risks.
What we offer you The compensation ranges below are provided in order to comply with United States pay transparency laws. Other geographies will follow their local salary guidelines, which may not be a direct conversion of published US salary ranges. At EY, we’ll develop you with future‑focused skills and equip you with world‑class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams.
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $126,800 to $244,000. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $152,100 to $277,300. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
Join us in our team‑led and leader‑enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client‑serving roles to work together in person 40‑60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well‑being.
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
EY accepts applications for this position on an on‑going basis.
EY provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law.
EY is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities including veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during any part of the application process, please call 1-800-EY-HELP3, select Option 2 for candidate related inquiries, then select Option 1 for candidate queries and finally select Option 2 for candidates with an inquiry which will route you to EY’s Talent Shared Services Team (TSS) or email the TSS at ssc.customersupport@ey.com.
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