Job Description

Research Operations Coordinator

Are you a UK based professional from the architecture, construction, or engineering sector ready to step into market intelligence consultancy? We have an exciting opportunity to oversee the successful scoping, delivery, and coordination of client-focused projects. This role is based in Cambridge, UK.

You will also provide strategic support to our analyst team and help maintain Cambashi's reputation for high-quality, insightful market intelligence by applying your working knowledge of the AEC industry.

Cambashi specialises in monitoring, sizing, and reporting on the market for engineering and technical software, including CAD, BIM, CAE, Digital twin and more. Our expertise helps clients navigate complex markets with confidence.

Note: You will not be using these types of software - Cambashi is not an engineering company.

What You'll Do

Your primary responsibilities - Client Project Coordination

Act as the primary point of contact for client communications and promptly address client queries. Work with the analyst team to plan, execute, and deliver research and data analysis projects, including due diligence and post-delivery support. Ensure all work is delivered on time, within scope, and to a high standard. Assist the business development team with client renewals and identify new opportunities for Cambashi's products and services. Represent Cambashi in client meetings and at industry events, providing credible, real-world understanding to support discussions.
Secondary Responsibilities - Strategic & Analytical Support

Use your knowledge of the AEC industry to help analysts define and segment the market, as well as identify new and emerging trends. Contribute to Cambashi's broader industry analysis by providing qualitative insights and market perspectives, including articles and thought leadership content.

Essential Skills and Knowledge

We are looking for someone with:

Real-world industry experience, ideally in AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction), including familiarity with engineering or technical software (e.g. CAD, BIM, CAE, Digital twin).
Note: You will not be using these types of software, Cambashi is not an engineering company.

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Experience in co-ordinating projects and a background in maintaining and developing client relationships. Fluent in spoken and written English, able to convey ideas, insights, and recommendations clearly to technical and non-technical audiences in written, verbal, and visual formats. A degree or equivalent vocational experience in a STEM subject. Comfortable working with data sets and using tools such as Excel to extract market insights; deep data expertise is not required.

Desirable Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

The skills outlined below are advantageous but not essential; we are open to candidates with the right abilities and enthusiasm.

A strong candidate would ideally possess one or more of the following:

Experience of market intelligence, industry analysis, or market planning. Familiarity with market modelling, data segmentation, or market research methodologies. Experience supporting analyst or research teams with both data and qualitative inputs An understanding of global economics and macro-economic terms and concepts.

Why join Cambashi?

Cambashi is an Employee Ownership Trust, meaning you will be part of a collaborative team working together to ensure all employees share in the company's success. The opportunity to work with our knowledgeable, expert team on high-impact, strategic projects. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements are standard across all roles
Support to build your skills and experience through training, mentoring, and learning, with potential for career progression as the company grows.
During the six-month probation period, you will be required to work in the office three or more days per week.*

Applications

Applications are open during August 2025 Only applications received via Indeed will be considered.*
First interviews will be online via Microsoft Teams and are expected to take place during August and September 2025. Second interviews will be in person at our Cambridge office. Reasonable travel costs for attendance will be re-imbursed.

Other details

This is a full-time position based in Cambridge, UK. Regrettably, Cambashi is currently unable to provide visa sponsorship for roles. The salary range for this role (dependent on experience and abilities) circa 40k p.a.
Cambashi is an equal opportunities employer. Our ethos is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams. We celebrate difference and encourage those who join us to be themselves at work. Reasonable adjustments will always be made to accommodate individual needs.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Flexitime Free parking Profit sharing Work from home
Ability to commute/relocate:

Cambridge CB3 0AX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):

Do you have any experience of working within AEC?
Language:

Fluent English (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cambridge CB3 0AX