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    Research Director - London, United Kingdom - Verdantix

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    Reporting to the Global Head of Research, the Research Director sets the commercial and research strategy for the Smart Buildings research team located across New York, Boston and in London.

    This individual will have excellent client facing skills, a deep knowledge of research methodologies and experience in managing analysts as well as research and consulting projects.

    As a senior employee, the RD for Smart Buildings sits on the management team at Verdantix.
    Significant work experience in a technology analyst firm, market research firm or consulting firm
    Educated to degree level with a preference for top-tier universities – desirable to have a relevant MSc, MBA or PhD

    Experience in conducting technology research, business analysis and modelling, technology analysis, and presenting to clients would be a plus.

    Strong knowledge of some or all major technologies found in real estate management and smart buildings including Building Management Systems, Energy management solutions, IoT solutions, IWMS, smart workplace systems
    Strong knowledge of the world of real estate, its stakeholders, and major trends such as Net Zero Buildings and Smart Buildings
    Perfect written English and fluent spoken English
    Intellectual ability to analyse diverse business problems and rapidly structure solutions through research activities
    Proven ability and desire to manage the production of high-quality written deliverables for executive clients
    Commercial perspective and desire to help win new business through sales support, client meetings and networking
    Willingness to travel for client meetings on an ad hoc basis for short periods typically no longer than 3 days
    Grow the Smart Building research practice by delivering high impact, influential studies and establishing long-term relationships with C-level clients
    Create the annual research plan to constantly expand the Verdantix proposition into new market segments and anticipate client needs
    Deliver the reports in the research plan on time and to agreed quality levels
    Provide feedback to analysts to improve the structure, key messages, language and business insights of written research deliverables
    Manage analysts on a day-to-day basis to help them develop research skills, presentation skills, client facing skills and writing skills
    Scope and design consulting projects with business analysis skills and conceptual thinking
    Articulate the value of Verdantix research to new prospects in sales calls, meetings, conferences and networking events
    Develop deep client relationships with individuals in roles like VP of Real Estate, Head of Facilities, Global Practice Leader and technology CEOs
    Give speeches at industry conferences and client events to build awareness of the Verdantix brand
    Competitive salary (with annual review)
    Pension with enhanced employer contribution
    Generous holiday entitlement, accruing an extra day with every year worked (local capping applies)
    Quarterly employee recognition scheme
    Hybrid working option with the aim of promoting flexibility and work-life balance
    Private medical insurance including online GP service, mental health support, discounted gym memberships
    Weekly 'flexi-hour' to extend a lunch break or finish early on your day of choice
    Cycle to work scheme - tax efficient purchase of a bike, bike accessories, or both
    Time off for volunteering when done through our partner OnHand: an app for local volunteering and climate action
    Multiple social events throughout the year, including Company Ramble & Sports Day, plus regular team socials
    Strong focus on learning and development with career plans for all employees

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