Research Specialist, Research & Data Services

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WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
You’ll be part of Bain’s Research and Data Services (RDS) team in South America, embedded within the Consumer Products & Retail (CP/R) practice. You’ll work directly with case teams, helping them operationalize their analyses by delivering critical data and insights sourced from a broad portfolio of traditional and alternative research tools.

WHERE YOU’LL FIT WITHIN THE TEAM
As a Specialist, you’ll provide in-depth secondary research to consulting teams and support both client-facing projects and internal knowledge-building initiatives. You’ll be an industry-aligned expert and a key partner in building Bain’s intellectual property in the consumer and retail space.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Conduct targeted desk research in support of projects and proposals within the CP/R practice
• Collaborate closely with consulting teams to understand the context and nuances of research requests
• Deliver concise summaries and insights that directly inform case recommendations
• Build industry knowledge by attending internal practice meetings, reading trade publications, and leveraging Bain resources
• Participate in CP/R asset-building projects, including proprietary brochures, databases, and knowledge-sharing materials
• Evaluate research tools and services, contribute to resource development, and assist in training consulting team members
• Solicit and incorporate feedback to enhance the quality and relevance of your work

ABOUT YOU

• 3–6 years of experience conducting secondary research in consulting, research institutes, financial services, or market intelligence teams
• Can-do attitude, an initiative-taking approach, and a strong desire to learn new skills
• Prior experience or familiarity with KPIs relevant to the Consumer Products and Retail industries
• Fluent written and verbal communication skills in both English and your native language
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Marketing, or a related field
• Strong critical thinking skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong ability to organize and analyze research data using Excel. 
• Collaborative and professional demeanor, with the ability to work well under pressure
• Solid communication skills and ability to work with senior stakeholders across the region
• Basic training and presentation skills a plus