Senior Research Analyst
Pinsent Masons
Conduct sector research and analysis for Retail, Sport & Hospitality.
20 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Office Full-Time
Company Size
3,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Energy
Real Estate
Infrastructure
Technology
Dispute Resolution
Corporate Law
Employment Law
Sector Specialisms
Defence
Energy & Natural Resources
Financial Services
Retail & Consumer
Infrastructure
Life Sciences & Healthcare
Professional & Public Services
Technology, Science & Industry
Role
What you would be doing
- Identifying, validating and developing innovative research solutions that help our lawyers get the best results from an appropriate level of support using off-the-shelf third party resources, artificial intelligence or bespoke research solutions
- Taking the lead on complex research projects and tasks, negotiating project scope, required inputs and outputs and liaising with internal and, where necessary, external parties and seeing those projects through to completion
- Developing a deep understanding of the Retail, Sport & Hospitality sector and becoming embedded with the sector leadership team to understand, analyse and disseminate research on core trends, challenges and opportunities
- Analysing and interpreting both Pinsent Masons internal and third party data sets to spot opportunities for services to new and existing clients
- Developing and promoting content, ideas and solutions that help inform the sector strategy, embedding client and market knowledge and therefore positioning the firm for new client opportunities.
- Proactively producing actionable research, analysis and insight covering the Retail, Sport & Hospitality sector, market trends, clients and competitors
- Originating and contributing to thought leadership in the firm, from initial idea generation and promotion to desk and primary research, report writing and presentation of findings
What you bringBenefits
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Interview process
- two interview stages
- first stage conducted virtually
- second stage in-person at office
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Company
Overview
19th century
Founded
Established in the 19th century, the firm has a long-standing history in the legal industry.
- Focus on innovation and client-centered solutions supporting diverse industries.
- Work spans high-profile infrastructure, energy, and technology projects worldwide.
- Legal expertise covers construction law to commercial contracts and dispute resolution.
- Reputation for delivering complex, cross-border projects with a collaborative approach.
- Notable recent projects include advising on major renewable energy projects and global infrastructure initiatives.
- Deep specialization in sectors such as energy, real estate, and transport.
- Growth driven by commitment to excellence and ability to adapt to new challenges in the legal landscape.
- Approachable – down‑to‑earth, respectful; always open to support and advice, fostering two‑way collaboration.
- Bold – prepared to take calculated risks, push boundaries, innovate and engage in honest conversations.
- Connected – strong relationships internally and externally, working effectively together and staying connected to suppliers and communities.
Net Zero by 2040
Global Sustainability Target
Achieved global net-zero target validated by Science Based Targets initiative, covering all scopes of emissions.
50% Emission Reduction
Ambitious Greenhouse Gas Target
Committed to reducing absolute scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 50% by 2030.
100% Renewable Energy
Sustainable Electricity Commitment
Aiming to source 100% renewable electricity across global estate by 2030.
40% Energy Reduction
UK Office Efficiency
Achieved a 40% reduction in energy consumption across UK offices since 2014.
- Committed to reduce absolute scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions by 50% by 2030.
- Pre-pandemic UK offices saw a 30% reduction in energy consumption – one year ahead of targets.
- All single-use plastic disposables removed from UK catering; 100% of UK waste diverted from landfill.
- Print volumes cut by ~75% since 2014; device numbers significantly reduced.
- Engaging in Smart Buildings and Demand Side Response programmes to optimise energy use and monitor supply chain environmental performance via CDP.
- Rolling out science-based emissions targets for SME suppliers, aiming for 50% of spend to be covered by suppliers with validated targets by 2025.
33rd Rank
Social Mobility Index
Ranked 33rd in the Social Mobility Employer Index 2024, featured on the Social Mobility List 2024.
7 Year Streak
Top-10 Employer
Consistently ranked in the top-10 Working Families employers for seven consecutive years.
3,500 Employees
Legal Team & Workforce
~1,900 in the legal team, including ~490 partners, across an overall workforce of ~3,500 employees.
- Recognised as Stonewall Top Global Employer in 2023.
- Active inclusion network groups: Disability & Wellbeing, Family Matters, Female Futures, LGBT+, FREE (Faith, Race, Ethnicity, Equality), Neurodiversity, Inclusion Allies.
- Benchmarked as Disability Confident Employer.
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