Chief Analyst

Omdia (part of Informa TechTarget) is seeking an experienced Chief Analyst with deep expertise in data center technologies, infrastructure, and market dynamics to deliver actionable insights to our global client base.The successful candidate will lead comprehensive research coverage of the global data center market, including infrastructure, hardware, software, and emerging technologies. They will contribute to, develop, and maintain authoritative market forecasts, sizing models, and competitive landscape analyses, and will identify and analyse key trends shaping the data center industry, including hyperscale deployments, edge computing, sustainability initiatives, and AI infrastructure requirements.The role of Chief Analyst for Data Center also involves presenting research at industry conferences, client briefings, webinars, and providing expert commentary to media and industry publications. Strategic consulting and advisory services for clients are another key part of the role, providing insight on data center investment decisions, technology roadmaps, and market opportunities. We’re looking for an experienced analyst or data center industry professional – a thought leader – who can provide technical credibility and deep insights to Omdia’s vendor clients. The position is suited to an enthusiastic, self-motivated, and collaborative person able to express considered and bold views through thought-provoking research and analysis to a mixed audience of technical end users through senior industry executives. Ability to quickly develop strong relationships, interpersonal skills and to effectively work as part of a global team are essential.

Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver insightful research Alongside the Data Center team, contribute to and create high quality research in the form of reports, trackers, forecasts, and presentations. Develop and test hypotheses that challenge existing beliefs within a market to provide unique insight. Use all the tools and knowledge at your disposal to produce analysis that goes beyond the descriptive to give Omdia the edge over its competition.Market high-level industry expertiseUse your expertise and experience to define and expand an area of research. Market that expertise at a senior level within our clients and prospects. Provide a timely response to market events and offer up-to-date opinions founded on broad-based experience.Build and maintain client relationshipsOver time, and as your career progresses at Omdia and Informa TechTarget, maintain and extend your network of client relationships. Become a trusted advisor to these clients.Ensure effective client managementBuild and manage ongoing relationships with clients. Represent Omdia and Informa TechTarget, demonstrating your expertise in Data Centers, as well as taking a broad view the technology ecosystem and its delivery of business outcomes. Support sales, marketing, product management, and PR teams. Participate in client-facing meetings with the sales team and add credibility to Omdia and Informa TechTarget relationships.Expand strategic planning involvementOffer insight to our planning meetings. Work closely with the Practice Leader and Research Directors to drive the direction and strategy of the team. Through the understanding of client needs based on senior-level relationships, develop a customer-based point of view for new products and advisory services.