Senior Principal Analyst, Automotive

This role is based in our Shanghai Central Plaza office.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary Senior Principal Analyst to lead our Automotive Intelligence Service, focusing on cutting-edge automotive technologies. The successful candidate will be a thought leader in the automotive industry, with deep expertise in one or more of ADAS/Autonomy, automotive AI, digital cockpit/smart cockpit, automotive software, and emerging automotive OEMs.

As a Senior 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 lead a team of analysts across the APAC region and collaborate with global stakeholders to provide strategic guidance to our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research Leadership:
  • 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.
  • Lead the creation 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.
• Team Leadership:
  • Mentor and guide a team of analysts, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and innovation.
  • Ensure the team delivers high-quality research outputs on time and in line with client expectations.
• 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 the Advanced Automotive Intelligence Service by expanding its client base and enhancing its 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.

Experience and Expertise:

• More than 7 years of 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.
• Proven track record of delivering high-impact research and thought leadership in the automotive technology space.
• 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.

Language Skills:

• Fluency in English is required. Proficiency in an additional APAC language (e.g., Korean, Japanese, or Mandarin) is highly desirable.

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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

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