Principal Analyst

About Us

GlobalData is a specialist information services company that helps organizations make better decisions through trusted data, expert analysis, and innovative solutions. With more than 3,500 colleagues across 20+ industries, we support over 5,000 customers worldwide through one integrated intelligence platform. Celent, part of GlobalData, provides technology research and consulting services to financial institutions. Its offerings include retained advisory support, primary research, the VendorMatch digital platform, and focused strategy consulting designed to help clients evaluate and apply technology effectively.

GlobalData is at a pivotal point in its growth journey. Following multiple acquisitions and having recently received transformational investment, we need curious, ambitious, courageous people to support us in achieving our vision of becoming the world’s trusted source of strategic industry intelligence. Our big ambitions mean that life at GlobalData is fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and rewarding. We recognize the collective power of our people, and it’s the collaboration of our teams that have shaped our success and will continue to do so in the future.

Responsibilities

• Research:
  • Lead the development and execution of research agendas aligned with industry trends and client needs.
  • Identify key themes and emerging trends across the financial services technology landscape.
  • Produce high-quality research with actionable insights for clients and internal stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate findings into broader strategic initiatives.
  • Track and forecast technology trends, including emerging Insurtech and Fintech startups.
  • Assess how new technologies can strengthen financial services propositions and operating models.
  • Profile emerging and established technology solutions to help clients navigate the market.
  • Identify technologies and providers with the potential to significantly influence the industry.
• Strategy Consulting:
  • Lead high-impact projects and deliver solutions aligned with client objectives.
  • Lead teams on complex initiatives, ensuring delivery against client goals and timelines, while independently managing selected projects.
  • Act as a trusted advisor and develop tailored solutions to clients’ strategic challenges.
  • Identify project risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Relationship Building and Business Development:
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders and clients.
  • Develop trusted relationships that support collaboration and shared objectives.
  • Support business development and identify growth opportunities within financial services technology.
  • Understand client needs and effectively position the firm’s offerings.
• Individual Profile and Company Brand Promotion:
  • Engage with specialist financial services technology media.
  • Present at industry forums and conferences, including Fintech and Insurtech events.
  • Be accessible to the technology and financial services communities for discussion and insight.
• Mentorship and Talent Development:
  • Mentor and develop colleagues across the organization.
  • Provide guidance and coaching to support professional growth.
  • Encourage knowledge sharing, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Lead by example and promote innovation and self-development.

Requirements

• Degree-level education or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years in the life insurance technology domain, including one or more of the following:
  • Experience within a life insurance company, with responsibility for technology strategy or delivery.
  • Experience within a management consulting, research, or advisory firm serving the life insurance sector.
  • Experience with a life insurance technology vendor, focused on technology strategy or delivery across the insurance value chain.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong qualitative and quantitative research and analytical capabilities, with experience managing research agendas.
• Deep knowledge of life insurance and technology, with the ability to translate complex concepts into actionable strategies.
• Strong presentation and public-speaking skills, including engagement with senior leaders and media.
• Intellectual curiosity and the drive to master new areas.
• Proven ability to lead high-impact consulting projects and build trusted relationships.
• Strong storytelling skills and the ability to communicate through data and impactful visuals.
• Creative problem-solving and innovative thinking.
• Ability to work independently and remotely.

Benefits

In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech, and more. To find out more about the roles and benefits on offer in your region, visit careers.globaldata.com.