Senior Executive / Manager, Industrial Research & Analysis

About the role

NTUC's Industrial Research & Analysis team studies the issues shaping working life in Singapore, from wages, jobs and workplace practices to industrial relations and the impact of economic and technological change. You will combine data, research and ground insights to identify emerging issues and turn them into practical insights that support better decisions for workers and the Labour Movement.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct research and analysis on labour market, workplace and workforce issues.
• Analyse data and ground insights to identify trends, risks and emerging issues affecting workers.
• Run surveys, interviews and focus groups to understand workers' experiences and perspectives.
• Turn complex research and data into clear insights, recommendations and presentations.
• Monitor local and global economic, labour market and workplace developments and assess their implications for Singapore workers.
• Work with unions, government agencies, tripartite partners and internal stakeholders on research initiatives.
• Develop dashboards and explore AI and analytical tools to strengthen research and analysis.

Required profile

• Relevant experience or qualifications in economics, public policy, social research, statistics, analytics, industrial relations, HR or related fields.
• Strong analytical, research and critical-thinking skills, able to work with both quantitative data and qualitative insights.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Keen interest in current affairs, labour market developments and issues affecting workers.
• Intellectual curiosity, analytical rigour and a genuine interest in improving workers' lives.

Required skills

• Experience with Excel, Power BI, R, Python or similar analytical tools is an advantage.