Informa

Senior Principal Analyst

Informa$110K — $125K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in the automotive industry with a focus on ADAS, AI, or software
  • Proven record of high-impact research or consulting expertise
  • Deep understanding of the global automotive market dynamics
  • Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking capabilities
  • Strong communication skills for engaging with senior stakeholders
  • Leadership experience with talent development; a degree in engineering or business is preferred

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive automotive technology research agenda
  • Create high-quality, data-driven research reports and thought leadership pieces
  • Monitor market developments and emerging technologies
  • Advise clients with strategic insights for decision-making
  • Deliver presentations and webinars to clients and stakeholders
  • Collaborate with commercial teams to pursue new business opportunities
  • Represent the company as a thought leader at industry events

Benefits

  • Welcoming culture with social events and active diversity networks
  • Volunteer days with charity match funding
  • Career development with tailored training and mentoring
  • Flexible annual leave and work-from-anywhere options
  • Personal benefits and company-funded private medical cover
  • Opportunity for employee ownership through ShareMatch scheme
  • Wellbeing support and mental health resources
  • Recognition programs for exceptional work
  • Collaboration opportunities with global teams
Full Job Description
Job Description

About the Role:

Omdia (now part of Informa TechTarget) are seeking a highly experienced Senior Principal or Principal Analyst to support our Automotive Intelligence Service, focusing on cutting-edge automotive technologies. The successful candidate will be an active or aspiring thought leader in the automotive industry, with expertise in one or more of ADAS/Autonomy, automotive AI, automotive supply chain, digital cockpit/smart cockpit, automotive software, and emerging automotive OEMs.

As a Senior Principal /Principal Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our research agenda, delivering actionable insights, and driving thought leadership in the rapidly evolving automotive technology landscape. Reporting to the Senior Research Director, you will collaborate with the automotive research team as well as other global stakeholders to provide strategic guidance to our clients.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Synicated and Custom Research :
    • Help develop and execute a comprehensive research agenda on automotive technology trends, including ADAS/Autonomy, automotive AI, digital cockpit/smart cockpit, automotive software, and the strategies of new automotive OEMs.
    • Take ownership of high-quality, data-driven research reports, forecasts, and thought leadership pieces that address key industry challenges and opportunities.
    • Stay ahead of market developments, emerging technologies, and competitive dynamics to ensure our research remains at the forefront of the industry.
  • Client Engagement:
    • Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, providing strategic insights and recommendations to support their decision-making processes.
    • Deliver compelling presentations, webinars, and briefings to clients, industry stakeholders, and at key industry events.
    • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring their needs are met and exceeded.
  • Business Development:
    • Collaborate with the commercial team to identify and pursue new business opportunities, including custom research projects and consulting engagements.
    • Contribute to the growth of Omdia's Automotive Intelligence Services by expanding their client base and enhancing their value proposition.
  • Industry Thought Leadership:
    • Represent the company as a thought leader in the automotive technology space, speaking at conferences, participating in panel discussions, and engaging with media.
    • Publish thought-provoking articles, white papers, and blogs that establish the company as a leader in automotive technology research.

Why Join Us?
  • Be part of a dynamic and innovative team at the forefront of automotive technology research.
  • Work with leading global clients and industry stakeholders to shape the future of mobility.
  • Enjoy a collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity and creativity.
  • Benefit from opportunities for professional growth and development in a fast-paced, global organization.


Qualifications

Experience and Expertise:
  • Strong experience in the automotive industry, with a strong focus on technology areas such as ADAS/Autonomy, automotive AI, digital cockpit/smart cockpit, automotive software, and new automotive OEMs, or expertise in automotive supply chain, or significant experience in related technology fields.
  • Proven track record of delivering high-impact research or consulting in the automotive technology space, or equivalent industry experience.
  • Deep understanding of the global and regional automotive market, including key players, trends, and regulatory dynamics.

Skills and Competencies:
  • Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable insights.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders.
  • Leadership and team management experience, with a demonstrated ability to inspire and develop talent.

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., engineering, business, or technology). A master's degree or equivalent is preferred.


We believe that great things happen when people connect face-to-face. That's why we work in-person with each other, or with customers and partners, three days a week or more. When you're not spending time together in one of our offices or other workplaces - like at an Informa event - you get the flexibility and support to work from home or remotely.

Our benefits include:
  • Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active diversity and inclusion networks
  • Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available too
  • Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it's time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves
  • Time out: annual leave, birthday leave, volunteer days and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a year
  • A flexible range of personal benefits to choose from, plus company funded private medical cover
  • A ShareMatch scheme that allows you to become an Informa shareholder with free matching shares
  • Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, a healthy living subsidy, access to health apps and more
  • Recognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programmes
  • As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world

The salary range for this role is $110,000 - $125,000 based on experience.

This posting will automatically expire on 06/23/2026.

About Informa

Informa is a publishing and events company that provides information and services to businesses and professionals. The company's products include books, journals, and online databases. Informa also organizes conferences and exhibitions in various industries, including healthcare, finance, and technology. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in London, England. Informa has offices in more than 30 countries.
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