Shivani Bhatia

Market research and intelligence professional with over 12 years of experience across hydrocarbons,

construction, and industry research sectors. Skilled in primary and secondary research, project intelligence, and market analysis across GCC markets, particularly UAE and KSA. Experienced in leading teams, building strong industry networks, and delivering accurate market insights that support strategic decision-making.

Deputy Research Manager at Krima Solutions (Outsourced by Ventures Onsite Dubai) (2024-07 – 2026-03)

• Lead a research team dedicated to track Oil, Gas & Chemical sector projects across UAE and KSA and monitor competitor activities.
• Conduct primary and secondary research to identify and gather upcoming and ongoing project information and industry trends.
• Build industry connections with EPC firms, operators, clients and design consultants to gather reliable market intelligence.
• Identify new lead projects and current status of hydrocarbons sector by leveraging unique and first-hand data sources not available publicly, enhancing business prospects.
• Ensure high data accuracy, monitor tender portals and industry news, and manage client queries within defined timelines.
• Mentor team members, conduct audits and oversee quality of project data and deliverables.

Senior Research Analyst at Krima Solutions (Outsourced by Ventures Onsite Dubai) (2023-07 – 2024-06)

• Interacting with the industry experts working in the hydrocarbons sector for UAE & KSA region for discussion on new trends and developing key insights into the market.
• Conduct market research and tracked project developments across stages from Study to Execution publishing the data on the online platform.
• Gathered first-hand information from industry professionals and created project leads using proprietary data sources.
• Identified the missing data, addressed the gaps and consistently achieved target objectives within the designated timelines
• Maintained strong client relationships and ensured high standards of data quality.
• Regular surfing of the news and tender websites for the project updates and project creations.
• Handled client queries and emails within the TAT period.

Content Researcher at Krima Solutions (Outsourced by Ventures Onsite Dubai) (2022-12 – 2023-06)

Global Marketing Director at Finalyzer Consultants (2020-04 – 2022-12)

• Led marketing and lead generation initiatives for the firm's global services.
• Managed end-to-end client acquisition including research, pitching, and deal closure. Executed marketing campaigns, events, and networking initiatives to strengthen brand presence and generate revenue.
• Responsibility includes research, profiling, pitching, presenting, and closure.
• Boost brand awareness by marketing efforts like events, email campaigns, marketing campaigns, networking etc.

Senior Research Analyst (GCC Markets) at Merit Group (Formerly MEED Projects Dubai) (2015-07 – 2019-02)

• Gathering firsthand information in the hydrocarbons and construction sector for respective countries on latest trends and developing key insights into the market.
• Delivered market intelligence for oil & gas and construction sectors across the GCC region.
• Conducted primary and secondary research to track project developments and provide timely insights to clients.
• Continuous Quality Control, Editing, Verification and Auditing of data.
• Updation of project profiles regularly includes the technical and financial aspects of the project.
• Performed data verification, project analysis, and quality control while supporting team operations.
• Addressing customer queries with proper explanation for client satisfaction.
• Managing the team in absence of the team leader.

Research Analyst at Merit Group (Formerly MEED Projects Dubai) (2014-04 – 2015-06)

• Monitored construction and hydrocarbons sector projects across the Middle East.
• Expertise in activating dormant projects before the deadline.
• Networked through industry research with project managers, site managers, estimation managers, procurement managers of various construction companies to collect project related information.
• Managed client queries and maintained project databases within SLA.
• Gathered project intelligence through print media and tender platforms.

Research Analyst at MEED Projects Dubai (2014-04 – 2015-06)

• Monitored construction and hydrocarbons sector projects across the Middle East.
• Expertise in activating dormant projects before the deadline.
• Networked through industry research with project managers, site managers, estimation managers, procurement managers of various construction companies to collect project related information.
• Managed client queries and maintained project databases within SLA.
• Gathered project intelligence through print media and tender platforms.

Research Associate at CRISIL Ltd (2011-01 – 2013-07)

• Produced sector research reports and monthly market updates across retail, healthcare, and hospitality sectors.
• Analyzed market data and prepared client insights on industry trends.
• Addressed client queries and suggested a positive solution.
• Verified the data accuracy with external data sources.
• Company profiling and analyzed dynamics pertaining to business model, financial health, operational matrix, marketing, and supply chain.
• Monitor and assess the new development in the sector/industry and the effect of the same on cost factors, operational efficiency, market competition and future growth.
• Designing effective questionnaires based on the sectoral themes and current trends in the market.

Project - Credit Analysis & Project Finance at Dena Bank, Mumbai (2009-05 – 2009-06)

• Detailed and time-sensitive analyses involving key responsibility of assessing and processing a mortgage application, setting criteria and thus owning the credit responsibility of the account.
• Worked effectively with the senior level decision makers in relation to making each process of the mortgage
• Learned various Types of Credit Risk involved and various Instruments of Credit Risk.
• Internal and External Credit Rating Process and its Impact on Credit Deployment.
• Identified and prevented multiple breaches and fraudulent applications in the mortgage offers & applications.
• Analyzed the financial structuring of projects.
• Analyzed the risks involved in financing the projects with cost benefit methodology.

Master of Management Studies in Finance – Alkesh Dinesh Mody Institute for Financial & Management Studies (2010)

M.Com – University of Mumbai (2011)

B.Com – Mithibai College (2007)