Mercom India
Website:
mercomindia.com
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About Mercom India
Mercom India is a subsidiary of the U.S.-based Mercom Capital Group, a globally recognized clean energy communications, research, and consulting firm. We provide market intelligence, industry research, consulting, and news coverage for India's rapidly evolving renewable energy sector, helping organizations make informed business decisions.
Role Overview
We are looking for a highly motivated Senior Research Analyst with strong analytical, research, and report-writing skills. The ideal candidate should have experience in renewable energy or the power sector and be capable of independently leading research projects, managing stakeholders, and delivering high-quality market intelligence reports within deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the preparation and publication of quarterly, annual, and custom research reports.
- Conduct primary and secondary research across India's renewable energy and power sectors.
- Gather market intelligence through interactions with industry stakeholders, government agencies, developers, manufacturers, and investors.
- Analyze market trends, policies, regulations, investments, and industry developments.
- Develop financial models, market forecasts, and data-driven insights using advanced Excel.
- Design and execute research methodologies for consulting assignments and custom projects.
- Write clear, data-backed reports with minimal supervision while maintaining Mercom's editorial standards.
- Present research findings to clients through presentations, analyst briefings, webinars, and meetings.
- Support consulting engagements by providing market analysis and strategic recommendations.
- Attend industry conferences, exhibitions, and stakeholder meetings to collect market intelligence and represent Mercom.
- Manage multiple research projects simultaneously while ensuring quality and timely delivery.
- Mentor junior analysts and coordinate research activities within the team.
- Collaborate with internal teams including Sales, News, Marketing, Data, and Events to support business objectives.
- Maintain high standards of data accuracy, documentation, and research quality.
- Be accountable for project execution, timelines, and deliverables.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, Energy Studies, or a related discipline.
- 3–7 years of experience in research, consulting, or market intelligence, preferably in the renewable energy or power sector.
- Proven experience in writing research reports and market analysis.
- Strong understanding of India's renewable energy ecosystem, government policies, and energy markets.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial modeling, Pivot Tables, and data analysis.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.
- Ability to independently manage projects and meet strict deadlines.
Preferred Skills
- Experience working with industry databases and research tools.
- Exposure to consulting projects and client advisory assignments.
- Presentation and stakeholder management skills.
- Knowledge of PowerPoint and data visualization tools.
- Familiarity with InDesign is an added advantage.
Desired Candidate Profile
- Passionate about renewable energy and emerging clean energy technologies.
- Self-driven, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently.
- Strong numerical and analytical aptitude.
- Excellent project management and organizational skills.
- Effective team player with leadership capabilities.
- Professional, dependable, and committed to delivering high-quality work.
- Willingness to work additional hours when required to meet project deadlines.
- Eagerness to learn, grow, and contribute to the organization's long-term success.
Selection Process
Candidates should be prepared to:
- Submit samples of research reports or analytical work.
- Complete a research and writing assessment based on an assigned topic.
- Participate in technical and managerial interview rounds.
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