Graduate Market Research Analyst

Come and Speak to us at Queen’s 2026 Spring Careers Fair about your future career!

We are welcoming CV’s from those Graduating this summer that want to take the first step into international management consultancy.

For over 20 years, OCO Global has been a leading consulting firm specialising in export and investment promotion. We develop strategies and keep an eye on the most innovative market trends to identify attractive growth potentials. With our expertise, we support regions, innovative companies, and emerging startups in growing, expanding, and achieving their international goals. Become part of a global team that is shaping the future of international trade!

The last thing we want to do is pigeon hole our Graduate’s, you are at the start of an amazing career path so we want to get you exposure to as much of it as possible. The Graduate Market Research Analyst’s will support OCO Global’s consulting and international trade teams by delivering high‑quality research and insight for client projects. The role involves gathering and analysing market, sectoral, and economic data to identify trends, evaluate opportunities, and provide evidence‑based recommendations.

The analyst will contribute to reports, presentations, and client deliverables, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and commercial relevance.

• Outstanding career opportunities through individual promotion, through challenging project work and a strong OCO network.
• Flexible working in our Belfast City Head Office.
• Company pension scheme with special conditions.
• Mentoring:
  Personal mentors for career guidance and advice.
• Systematic personal development:
  Continuing education within our OCO Learning HUB.
• Team-building activities and company events.
• Flat hierarchies and intensive teamwork nationally and internationally
• Third level degree or equivalent professional qualification in Business, Economics, Geography (other disciplines will be considered where candidates can demonstrate core skills required).
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Up to date knowledge of and ability to locate key sources of information
• Ability to process large volumes of data
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Displays initiative in taking greater responsibility without being asked
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve
• Experience of Excel and Power Point
• Experience working in inward investment and understanding of FDI processes highly desirable.
• Experience of working in a similar research role

If you are interested in applying for this position please send a covering letter and CV outlining your suitability for the role to  by 14 May 2026.

OCO Global is an Equal Opportunities Employer