Market Intelligence Analyst

INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION OF ACCOUNTANTS (IFAC)
During 2024, IFAC shifted its strategic focus to maximizing member value and experience. The Member Value Proposition (MVP) was created and is currently being embedded into all of IFAC’s activities:

• IFAC, by connecting and uniting its members, makes the accountancy profession truly global.
• IFAC member organizations are champions of integrity and professional quality and proudly carry their membership as a badge of international recognition.
• IFAC and its members work together to shape the future of the profession through learning, innovation, a collective voice, and commitment to the public interest.

IFAC has traditionally delivered member services from a centralized operating model based in New York. As part of the transformation to a new target operating model, IFAC will move to a global multi-location model, which will greatly enhance our ability to deliver value to member organizations around the world. As part of this shift, we welcome applicants from around the globe to apply and contribute to our mission.

POSITION SUMMARY
The Market Intelligence Analyst will play a pivotal role in shaping IFAC’s strategic insights by delivering research and analysis on market dynamics, regulatory trends, emerging risks, and developments affecting the global accountancy profession. This role will report to the Head of Research and work cross-functionally with teams across IFAC to deliver actionable intelligence that enhances IFAC’s strategic positioning and member value proposition.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential duties and responsibilities include those that are set out below. Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.

• Conduct in-depth research on industry trends, regulatory developments, market dynamics, and the evolving role of professional accountants to inform strategic decision-making.
• Analyze member organization needs, stakeholder perspectives, and external trends to refine IFAC’s engagement and advocacy strategies.
• In conjunction with the Head of Research and the Communications department, provide data-driven insights to support IFAC’s policy positions and publications.
• Track key metrics relevant to the global accountancy profession, including regulatory changes, sustainability reporting adoption, digital transformation trends, and workforce dynamics.
• In collaboration with the Head of Research, develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and presentations that communicate findings and recommendations to Senior Leadership.
• Partner with Senior Leadership to translate market data intelligence into actionable initiatives.
• Identify new topics, global issues, and new opportunities for IFAC research, advocacy, or member initiatives.
• Oversee the management of the stakeholder database and knowledge repositories, ensuring data accuracy to support strategic engagement, preserve institutional knowledge, and promote effective information sharing across the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIRED SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Business, Economics, Accountancy, Public Policy, International Relations, or a related field.
• 0-2 years of experience in market intelligence, competitive analysis, research, or strategic insights, preferably within a professional services or global non-profit organization.
• Strong analytical and research skills with the ability to interpret data and translate it into clear insights and recommendations.
• Proficiency in research and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau) and comfort working with large datasets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce clear reports and deliver presentations to varied audiences.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively across teams, stakeholders, and senior leaders, including officials from external organizations and governments.
• Ability to work effectively across diverse cultures.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, including those imposed externally.
• Commitment to quality processes and high-quality deliverables.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with flexibility especially important.
• Comfort working with complex or technical subject matter and making it accessible to broader audiences.
• Experience with content management systems, email platforms, or social media tools.
• Familiarity with accounting, regulation, or public interest policy.

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Additionally, if an applicant is US-based, provided they meet all eligibility requirements under the applicable plan documents, employees (and their eligible dependents) will be eligible to enroll in group healthcare plans that offer medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees will also be able to enroll in our company’s 401 (k) plan, as well as a deferred compensation plan, provided they meet plan requirements.

IFAC welcomes applicants from all geographical locations, and this role can be remote. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At IFAC, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for candidates in the NY-Metropolitan region is $50,000 to $70,000.

IFAC is an equal employment employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.