Senior Defence Analyst

Informa Markets organise over 500 large-scale branded and transaction-oriented events in 14 specialist markets. We also provide year-round online platforms where companies showcase their businesses and products and buyers conduct research, generating valuable leads, and we provide data and digital content that supports the flow of knowledge and transactions in markets.For over 100 years Aviation Week Network has provided business-critical information and predictive intelligence to help our clients make decisions and build their business. By delivering award-winning journalism, data and analytics, our core principle is helping our customers succeed by enabling them to Know, Predict and Connect.Job DescriptionWhat we’re looking for:Aviation Week Network seeks an experienced defense market analyst to join its expanding team.As part of the defence data team you will contribute to Aviation Week’s world class coverage of the aerospace and defence market through support of the network’s databases, analytical products, conferences, and consultancy-based projects. You will be a key part of the expansion of the defence data portfolio.This specific senior analyst role is focused upon the creation, delivery, and support of country centric defence market assessments. These country profiles will form part of a database created to provide customers with accurate, insightful, and actionable intelligence on key global markets for aerospace and defence products. As a senior analyst in this new role, you will have a voice in the ongoing development of these reports and a lead role in writing new in-depth assessments of key markets.Initial training and familiarization would take place at Informa’s London office in Blackfriars, with longer-term arrangements transitioning to a hybrid model, including remote work.Role Accountability and Duties:As the Senior Defence Analyst you will:Contribute to Aviation Week Network’s analysis of the global aerospace and defence market.Help to develop, write and maintain qualitative reports on key geographic defence markets.Conduct in-depth research into underlying market conditions and trends.Act as a lead analyst on global defence market trends and drivers within Aviation WeekSupport the delivery of research in the form of briefings to Aviation Week clients.Contribute to related consultancy projects as required.Support the wider growth of Aviation Week Network’s defence data business.Perform additional tasks as required.QualificationsWhat you bring to the team:Required:Have a strong interest in and understanding of the defence sector and its dynamics.Be able to understand and support critical customer requirements in assessing markets.Have a minimum of 3 years’ experience working within the defence sector.Experience of collecting, organizing, and analysing data, and summarizing findingsA strong work ethic and proactive approachA background in defence market analysis, business development or strategy functionsKnowledge of the defence-related technologies, domains, and competitive landscapeExperience in delivery of consultancy, strategy development, and/or competitor intelligence.Strong communicative skills with experience of delivering public/client facing briefings.Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skillsAdditional InformationWhy work at InformaEmployee experience is very important to us at Informa. On top of joining a supportive, diverse and ambitious team that welcomes all types of candidates. We are also flexible with different working patterns and prioritizes promotions internally. Our benefits include:Freedom & flexibility: colleagues rate us highly for the flexibility and trust they receive and most of us balance time in the office with time working remotelyGreat community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active diversity and inclusion networksBroader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available tooCareer opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it’s time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job movesTime out: 25 days annual leave, rising to 27 days after two years, plus a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a yearA flexible range of personal benefits to choose from, plus company funded private medical coverA ShareMatch scheme that allows you to become an Informa shareholder with free matching sharesStrong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, a healthy living subsidy, access to health apps and moreRecognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programmesAs an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the worldWe know that sometimes the 'perfect candidate' doesn't exist, and that people can be put off applying for a job if they don't fit all the requirements. If you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, please go ahead and apply. You could be just what we need! We believe strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed.As such, Informa is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics under federal, state or local law.See how Informa handles your personal data when you apply for a job here:
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