Renewable Energy Market Research Analyst (HE/SHE/THEY)

Job Description This is a remote position. India-Based | Remote | Full-Time International market intelligence, independent workstream ownership and high-quality research delivery across renewable energy markets. About the Role We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated Renewable Energy Market Research Analyst to join our international Energy Research team. The role combines renewable energy market intelligence, data research, project and workstream management, and the preparation of high-quality research outputs. The successful candidate will independently manage defined research workstreams and selected projects while contributing to recurring market intelligence products, client-specific studies, awards and other research-based initiatives. The position requires a strong understanding of global renewable energy markets, with a particular focus on photovoltaics, battery energy storage systems, heat pumps and e-mobility. You will work closely with colleagues in India and Germany across Market Intelligence, Primary Research, product development and client solutions. Key Responsibilities Market Research and Intelligence Conduct in-depth research on global renewable energy markets, with a particular focus on photovoltaics, battery energy storage, heat pumps and e-mobility. Monitor and analyse renewable energy installations and market volumes, electricity-market dynamics and prices, tenders, political and regulatory frameworks, market incentives, downstream stakeholders, macroeconomic developments, technology trends and key industry news. Identify reliable primary and secondary sources, including regulatory authorities, industry associations, data providers, company publications and specialist media. Evaluate sources critically and ensure that all research outputs are transparent, traceable and properly documented. Data Research and Management Maintain and regularly update structured databases containing renewable energy market, regulatory, technology and stakeholder information. Collect, validate, clean and structure quantitative and qualitative data. Spport the development of market estimates, market shares, forecasts, rankings and comparative market assessments. Document data sources, assumptions, methodologies and update processes. Improve the accessibility and reusability of data across different research products and client projects. Project and Workstream Ownership Independently plan and manage defined research workstreams and selected projects from initial research planning through to final delivery. Translate project objectives into clear tasks, milestones and deliverables. Coordinate inputs from colleagues and contributors and proactively follow up on timelines and open items. Identify risks, data gaps and potential delays at an early stage and communicate them transparently. Review and quality-check research and data work packages prepared by junior or supporting resources where required. Support senior analysts and project leads in the delivery and further development of larger recurring products and complex client assignments. Take increasing ownership of recurring products or project modules based on experience and demonstrated performance. Reports, Products and Client Projects Prepare high-quality reports, presentations, market summaries, articles and other research-based knowledge pieces. Translate complex market information into clear findings, visualisations and management-relevant insights. Contribute to whitepapers, client-specific studies, market assessments, workshops and Advisory-related projects. Support the combination of different data sources and research assets to answer specific client and business questions. Collaborate with colleagues responsible for Primary Research, product development and client solutions. Awards and Stakeholder Coordination Support selected research-based awards and ranking programmes. Conduct company, market and technology research required for award evaluations. Coordinate defined communication with applicants, industry experts and evaluators. Support the documentation, evaluation and quality-assurance processes associated with awards and rankings. Process Improvement, Technology and Automation Contribute to the standardisation and continuous improvement of research, data-management and reporting processes. Identify repetitive research or data tasks that can be supported through digital tools, automation or AI-assisted workflows. Use AI-supported research tools responsibly, ensuring that all information is verified through reliable sources. Support the development of templates, dashboards, documentation and reusable research workflows. Share knowledge, sources and best practices proactively with the wider team. Key Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Strong understanding of renewable energy markets, particularly photovoltaics and battery energy storage. Knowledge of heat pumps or e-mobility is an advantage. Strong research skills and the ability to identify, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources. Very good quantitative and qualitative analytical skills. Ability to manage defined projects and workstreams independently, including priorities, timelines, contributors and deliverables. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. High level of ownership, reliability and proactive communication. Ability to identify risks or unclear requirements and raise them early. Strong written and spoken English. Ability to prepare clear, well-structured reports, presentations and management summaries. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; good knowledge of Microsoft Word. Experience with data visualisation, Power BI, statistical software, databases, automation tools or AI-supported research workflows is an advantage. Ability to work independently in a remote and international environment while remaining closely connected to the wider team. Collaborative, culturally sensitive and respectful working style. Willingness to learn, document knowledge and support the development of other team members. Required Education and Experience Master’s degree in economics, business administration, energy economics, environmental sciences, data analytics, public policy or another relevant discipline. Two to four years of professional experience in renewable energy market research, market intelligence, consulting, Advisory or a comparable analytical role. Demonstrable experience in at least one of the following areas: photovoltaics, battery energy storage, electricity markets, heat pumps, e-mobility, or renewable energy policy and regulation. Experience in a reputable research, consulting, energy, data or market-intelligence organisation is preferred. Previous responsibility for defined projects, workstreams or recurring research products is strongly preferred. Location and Working Model India-based, remote-working position. Full-time employment, 40 working hours per week. Regular collaboration with colleagues based in India and Germany. Willingness to maintain sufficient working-hour overlap with Central European business hours. Willingness to travel occasionally, where required. What We Offer The opportunity to work on international renewable energy markets and strategically relevant research products. A role with genuine ownership and the opportunity to develop from workstream responsibility toward broader project or product leadership. Collaboration with an international and interdisciplinary team. Exposure to market intelligence, Primary Research, client projects, product development, awards and emerging Advisory services. The opportunity to contribute to new research formats, tools, automated processes and AI-supported workflows. Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications. Application Please submit your CV, limited to a maximum of three pages, a cover letter explaining your relevant experience and motivation, and, where available, writing samples or publicly available reports to which you have contributed. Note: This is a renewable energy market research and market-intelligence role. It is not primarily an engineering design or technical product-development position.