What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Analyst - Tourism Economics position at Oxford Economics?
Department: Tourism Economics US
Location: Philadelphia, US
Description
Tourism Economics is a subsidiary of Oxford Economics dedicated to analytical consulting in the tourism sector. We are seeking a high calibre Research Analyst to join our team, based in Wayne/Philadelphia, PA.
Our client includes destination marketing organizations at the city, state, and national levels; leading industry trade associations; and major corporate owners, operators and brands in the travel sector. We have a longstanding relationship with many of our clients, typically through subscription-based services or recurring studies.
This individual must be analytical and independent, with a desire to support our Symphony clients better understand market trends utilizing both organizational and destination-related indicators.
Attention to detail is critical and the individual needs take pride in producing accurate work on a timely basis in collaboration with colleagues. This position offers strong opportunities for skill development and personal growth as part of a highly talented and growing team.
Key Responsibilities
Oxford Economics is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
Location: Philadelphia, US
Description
Tourism Economics is a subsidiary of Oxford Economics dedicated to analytical consulting in the tourism sector. We are seeking a high calibre Research Analyst to join our team, based in Wayne/Philadelphia, PA.
Our client includes destination marketing organizations at the city, state, and national levels; leading industry trade associations; and major corporate owners, operators and brands in the travel sector. We have a longstanding relationship with many of our clients, typically through subscription-based services or recurring studies.
This individual must be analytical and independent, with a desire to support our Symphony clients better understand market trends utilizing both organizational and destination-related indicators.
Attention to detail is critical and the individual needs take pride in producing accurate work on a timely basis in collaboration with colleagues. This position offers strong opportunities for skill development and personal growth as part of a highly talented and growing team.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Insights team with market analysis and industry trends.
- Publish reports and verify client dashboards are up to date by monitoring for refresh issues and promptly addressing them.
- Monitor the Symphony platform "staleness meter" to identify delayed data refreshes and coordinate with the appropriate team for resolution.
- Assist Insights Managers on client calls and support ongoing client relationships.
- Assist with creating presentations by pulling relevant slides from past OE & TE decks and client dashboards, collaborating with the Insights Manager to ensure quality and accuracy.
- Work closely with Project Coordinators to keep client tasks moving forward.
- Identify recurring client requests to help the Innovation and Product Development teams develop new templates for broader use.
- Recognize common dashboard issues to streamline Engineering's resolution and improve workflow.
- 1-3 years of experience with tourism-related data.
- Strong analytics and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
- Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint (experience with Tableau a plus).
- Experience in reporting to both internal and external audiences.
- Excellent writing and analytical skills.
Oxford Economics is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
