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Brown Brothers Harriman · 2 months ago

Innovation Research Specialist

Boston

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$80K/yr - $120K/yr

4+ years exp

Brown Brothers Harriman is a premier global financial services firm, and they are seeking an Innovation Research Specialist to join their Innovation team. The role focuses on conducting market research and analysis to identify opportunities for new product development, utilizing research tools and methodologies to drive innovation in the financial services sector.

BankingFinancial ServicesSecurity

Responsibilities

Conduct market research and analysis to identify opportunities for new product development in the 0-1 space, featuring initial TAM (total addressable market) calculations

Experience with design thinking methodologies and application to concept ideation and definition

Participate in future back research of the financial services industry and analyze results with the goal of identifying opportunities for future growth/innovation

Develop and execute research plans, including qualitative and quantitative methods, to gather data and insights on target markets, customer needs, and competitive landscapes

Stellar communication skills and fluency in pitching creative concepts confidently to a range of stakeholders, both internal and external

Curious nature leading to continuously evaluating both developments in the financial services industry as well as the frameworks and techniques being shared in the innovation, research, design and product ecosystems, ensuring our work remains cutting-edge and relevant

Experience with AI tools (e.g., Copilot) and the ability to write effective prompts to conduct market research, competitive analysis, and ideation

Qualification

Research design methodologiesMarket research analysisDesign thinking methodologiesAI tools proficiencyAnalytical skillsCuriosityCommunicationProblem-solving skillsCollaboration

Required

Have deep intellectual curiosity in the financial services industry. The ability to be relentlessness in finding facts and sorting through noise to identify what's critical

Excellent communicator who knows how to articulate complex messages and create a compelling narrative

Execute both primary and secondary research, with a focus on secondary methods (desk research) and drawing insights and opportunities from market signals

Open to feedback, input and challenges from others. Able to pivot based on new information

Participate in the collaborative definition and value proposition of the vision for new products, services or businesses

Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to help make data-driven recommendations

Be at ease with cross-functional teams, including product management, engineering, and marketing, to design and develop innovative product concepts and solutions

Conduct market research and analysis to identify opportunities for new product development in the 0-1 space, featuring initial TAM (total addressable market) calculations

Experience with design thinking methodologies and application to concept ideation and definition

Participate in future back research of the financial services industry and analyze results with the goal of identifying opportunities for future growth/innovation

Develop and execute research plans, including qualitative and quantitative methods, to gather data and insights on target markets, customer needs, and competitive landscapes

Stellar communication skills and fluency in pitching creative concepts confidently to a range of stakeholders, both internal and external

Experience with AI tools (e.g., Copilot) and the ability to write effective prompts to conduct market research, competitive analysis, and ideation

Preferred

4-5+ years of professional experience in a Management and Strategy Consultancy as a Senior Associate or equivalent experience as a Market Researcher or Product Researcher

Proven ability to work in environments characterized by rapid change, ambiguity, and high expectations. E.g., Consulting Agencies focused on Innovation and Strategy, Founders or Founding contributors in venture-backed companies, Innovation departments from market leaders in their industries

Track record of innovation work, and a portfolio showcasing both the work done and the processes followed