Senior Analyst - Aviation

Join to apply for the Senior Analyst – Aviation role at Barbour Product Search

5 days ago – Be among the first 25 applicants.

Company Description

Informa Markets, a division within Informa, creates global platforms for industries. We organise over 500 large‑scale branded and transaction‑oriented events in 14 specialist markets. These events are typically not‑to‑be‑missed annual meetings where buyers and sellers build relationships, see and show products, and do business.

We also provide year‑round online platforms where companies showcase their businesses and products and buyers conduct research, generating valuable leads. We provide data and digital content that supports the flow of knowledge and transactions in markets.

As part of Informa, a global business with a network of trusted brands in specialist markets across more than 30 countries, we are a member of the FTSE 100 and ranked #3 in Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work 2025 UK list.

ASM is the world’s leading air route development brand, helping airports, cities, destinations and regions grow their air routes and connectivity. Part of the Aviation Week group, alongside Routes and CAPA, within Informa Markets ASM supports our clients through strategy, representation, data and analytics to deliver lasting economic impact. We are committed to sustainability and helping the aviation industry achieve its Net Zero targets.

This role is based in our Manchester office.

• Assist ASM’s global consultant network with data and analysis needs, ensuring best practices and usable outputs.
• Develop working relationships with ASM clients, providing an additional contact point alongside the lead consultant.
• Initiate new analytics techniques, platform usage, and explore new data sources to enhance existing products and develop new ones.
• Conduct detailed market research and analysis, including demographic and industry statistics, to identify target markets and airline opportunities.
• Create business case presentations for target airlines, incorporating comprehensive data and analytics to support client objectives.
• Perform market share, stimulation, competitor analysis, catchment analysis, and other metrics to inform client strategies.
• Operate, improve, and maintain ASM’s forecasting models, consolidating and interpreting data across platforms.
• Support long‑term traffic forecasting projects, providing input for short‑term airline strategies and long‑term market analysis.
• Lead and participate in customer insight calls with airlines to understand market opinions and development strategies.
• Provide market insights to sister businesses such as Routes, CAPA, and Aviation Week Network.
• Contribute to speaker and content delivery at industry conferences and forums.
• Produce commercial bid documents and RFP responses and engage in business retention and new business activities.
• Oversee the creation and delivery of relevant training content.
• Manage direct reports and project teams for client services and new product development.
• Be proficient in third‑party data tools (e.g., Sabre Market Intelligence, OAG) and recommend new tools to add value to ASM.
• Perform additional tasks as required.

• Proven application of professional knowledge within airport, airline, or consultancy environments.
• In‑depth knowledge of the aviation industry, including new air service development and the significance of data‑driven business cases for airline decisions.
• Strong communicator with a proactive approach, eager to learn new skills and explore international markets.
• Confident in handling large data sets, proficient in advanced MS Excel and PowerPoint, familiar with Power BI, and knowledgeable about other data manipulation and presentation tools.
• Strong in analysis, problem‑solving, planning, and creativity, with the ability to present and visualise data effectively to teams or clients.
• Skilled in quantitative and statistical research and analysis methods for solving commercial challenges.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Open to domestic and international travel as needed.
• Experienced in working with and within a budget.
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines with attention to detail under…