About the Role

Ever wondered how top investment funds and Fortune 500 giants always seem to know what is happening in the retail world before everyone else? They rely on alternative data, and that is precisely where you come in. YipitData is growing, and we are looking for a sharp Insights Associate to join our retail sector team. This is a fully remote role open to candidates worldwide. If you love digging into numbers, spotting emerging trends, and telling a compelling story with data, keep reading because this might just be your next big career move.

Overview

As an Insights Associate for our retail team, you will sit at the intersection of big data and financial markets. YipitData recently secured significant backing from The Carlyle Group and achieved unicorn status, making this a thrilling time to jump on board. You will work alongside brilliant data engineers and analysts to transform billions of alternative data points into strategic market intelligence. Your work will directly influence high-stakes investment and business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

Analyze large datasets related to e-commerce and retail trends using SQL, Excel, and other modern analytical tools.
Synthesize complex quantitative findings into clear, actionable, and engaging research reports for our clients.
Collaborate closely with data engineering teams to source, clean, and validate novel retail datasets.
Monitor market shifts and consumer behavior patterns to anticipate key business questions our clients might ask.
Craft compelling narratives that turn raw numbers into strategic clarity.

Requirements

Strong quantitative and analytical skills with experience handling large datasets.
Familiarity with tools like SQL, Python, or advanced Excel.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data into plain English.
A curious mindset and a genuine passion for the retail and e-commerce landscape.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, remote environment.

What You'll Gain

The chance to shape the market research industry alongside top-tier talent.
A people-centric work culture recognized repeatedly as an Inc. Best Workplace.
Meaningful ownership of your projects and clear pathways for continuous professional mastery.
Competitive compensation and global flexibility.