Research Analyst

Forge Performance Group is a Recruitment & Talent Management solutions team located in Calgary, AB. We are dedicated to connecting our clients with highly skilled professionals well-matched to their unique hiring needs, culture, and goals. This opportunity is posted on behalf of one of our clients.

Job Title:
Research Analyst

Location:
Calgary, AB (Full-Time)

Our client is seeking a Research Analyst to provide research, data analysis, and reporting support for a Calgary-based professional services team. This role focuses on collecting, analyzing, and interpreting market data to deliver insights that support decision-making and enhance overall research capabilities.

• Prepare and support recurring and ad hoc research deliverables, including market summaries, reports, presentations, and written commentary.
• Assist with the collection, validation, and analysis of periodic market and industry data.
• Monitor market trends, industry activity, and relevant current events, incorporating findings into ongoing research initiatives.
• Gather information from multiple sources and maintain accurate records within internal databases and research tools.
• Analyze data and communicate findings, insights, and recommendations through concise summary documents and presentations.
• Participate in collaborative meetings with internal teams to support research and business objectives.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Utilize data management, analysis, and query tools to support research initiatives.
• Support data quality, consistency, and documentation standards across research outputs.
• Identify opportunities to improve research processes, efficiency, and overall quality of deliverables.
  
  Perform other duties as assigned.

• Undergraduate degree required; education in Business, Economics, Analytics, or a related field is considered an asset.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a research, analytics, or data‑focused role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present findings clearly and confidently.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with data visualization, reporting tools, or geographic data tools is considered an asset.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

Our client offers a comprehensive total rewards package for roles, including extended health and dental coverage, mental health and wellness support, life and disability insurance, retirement savings matching, performance-based incentives, paid time off, flexible work arrangements, parental leave top‑up, professional development support, and a collaborative, inclusive workplace culture.