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# Lead Analyst, Consulting (Data, Analytics & Insights)

- **Company:** Lightcast Inc
- **Location:** Moscow, ID, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Data Transformation, Programming Tools, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, SQL Databases, Data Analytics, Gsuite
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/lead-research-analyst-1078-emsi-burning-glass-9790843

## About the Role

* 5+ years of experience in analytics, consulting, research, or a related field.
 * Degree in analytics, data science, economics, statistics, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
 * Demonstrated experience owning complex analytical workstreams end-to-end, from problem framing to delivery.
 * Strong background in quantitative analysis, data interpretation, and quality assurance.
 * Experience working in client-facing or stakeholder-facing environments.
 * Advanced proficiency in SQL, Python, or similar analytical programming tools.
 * Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
 * Strong ability to translate complex data into clear insights, narratives, and decision-support recommendations.
 * Experience creating client-ready visualizations, presentations, and analytical storytelling.
 * Ability to manage multiple analytical workstream components with strong attention to detail and quality control.
 * Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity while balancing analytical rigor, speed, and client context.
 * Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
 * Experience mentoring analysts and contributing to reusable analytical frameworks or best practices.
 * Experience in workforce analytics, skills data, HR technology, or labor economics is a plus.

## Description

* Own end-to-end delivery of complex analytical workstreams from problem framing through final insights.
 * Translate complex datasets into clear, actionable insights and recommendations for client decision-making.
 * Develop executive-ready narratives, visualizations, and presentations that clearly communicate key findings.
 * Ensure insights are structured to support strategic decisions and transformation initiatives.
Quality Assurance & Analytical Rigor

 * Ensure data accuracy, methodological consistency, and alignment with delivery standards.
 * Review and validate analytical work from Senior Analysts and Analysts to maintain quality and rigor.
 * Maintain thorough documentation of methodologies, data transformations, and analytical assumptions.
Operational Excellence & Process Improvement

 * Monitor analytical workflows to ensure timeliness, efficiency, and risk mitigation.
 * Develop templates, standard modules, and reusable analytical assets for current and future engagements.
 * Identify opportunities to improve analytical processes, methodologies, and standardization.
Engagement Support & Collaboration

 * Support the assessment of analytical feasibility, complexity, and effort for proposed workstreams.
 * Collaborate with internal teams and clients to ensure analytical outputs align with project objectives.


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