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.
