Associate Director, Research

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About the Role (Responsibilities):

• Track and analyse data centre activity in APAC and in your home base of KL identify trends growth opportunities and challenges being faced by DC firms.
• Collect and analyse data and publications on the global data centre sector.
• Assess findings and disseminate across various research outputs for internal and external audiences written publications client presentations webinars and industry speaking opportunities.
• Answering data and informational queries from regional team (APAC) and being a knowledgeable source of truth for data centre insights for internal personnel.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop research proposals that will assist in business development and other revenue driving opportunities.
• Coordinate with global research team in drafting signature biannual and annual reports.
• Maintain effective communication with the C&Ws DCG and other stakeholders including through participation in regular team meetings.
• Execute bespoke advisory mandates for clients that may include demand estimations pricing strategies financial feasibility market study competitor benchmarking regulatory and compliance requirements etc.

About You (Qualifications):

• Bachelors degree in data science business finance economics or systems management; or a related field required; masters or other advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 and up to 10 years of related work experience in data centres IT or telecommunications.
• Experience in the market research industry high regarded but not essential.
• Data analysis research and substantive knowledge of regional and global data centre sector.
• Fluency in quantitative research methods including advanced statistical analysis and data collection manipulation and management.
• Demonstrated ability to extract meaningful findings from complex data problems and present those findings in a digestible and effective manner to diverse audiences.
• Confidence in writing high-level technical content and public speaking.
• Capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously and adjust to changing priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy as well as the ability to produce consistent quality work and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders of all levels and the willingness to function as part of a team with common goals to drive brand awareness and revenue generation.

Experience working with regional and global teams and across multiple time zones.