Senior Defence Analyst

Informa Markets, a division within Informa, creates global platforms for industries. We organize over 500 large-scale branded and transaction-oriented events in 14 specialist markets. These are typically not-to-be-missed annual events where buyers and sellers build relationships, see and show products and do business.

We also provide year-round online platforms where companies showcase their businesses and products and buyers conduct research, generating valuable leads, and we provide data and digital content that supports the flow of knowledge and transactions in markets.

We’re part of Informa, a global business with a network of trusted brands in specialist markets across more than 30 countries, and a member of the FTSE 100 who are #3 in Glassdoor's Best Places to Work 2025 UK list

This role is based in our 240 Blackfriars office

Who we are:

There's no such thing as a typical Informa colleague…And that's how we like it. We're a diverse Group, with over 10,000 colleagues working in many different roles in one of six Divisions and in over 30 countries. Each of us brings something different, a unique set of abilities, experience, and knowledge. It’s what makes us who we are.

All our businesses and offices share a culture based on respect and inclusiveness, and a working environment that is enjoyable, stimulating, rewarding and supportive for colleagues. One that enables everyone to fully participate in the life of the Group and its ongoing, sustainable growth.

As a division of Informa, a FTSE 100 company, Informa Markets provides customers and partners around the globe with opportunities to engage, experience and do business through live, virtual and hybrid events, specialist digital content and actionable data solutions.

People are at the heart of Informa Markets. Our business thrives on the passion and entrepreneurship of our 4,000+ colleagues, who deliver over 500 international events and brands in more than 40 countries across the globe.

Using our industry insight, comprehensive portfolio of markets, content, and digital resources, we are passionate about creating platforms for our customers to connect and shaping environments that enable businesses to flourish.

What we’re looking for:

Aviation Week Network is looking for an experienced defense analyst to join its defense data team.

As part of the defense data team, you will contribute to Aviation Week’s world class coverage of the aerospace and defense market through support of the network’s databases, analytical products, conferences, and consultancy-based projects.

This specific senior analyst role is focused upon supporting Aviation Week Network’s Military Fleet Discovery and Military Fleet & MRO Forecast databases, with responsibility for providing analysis on military aircraft markets in the Middle East and North Africa region. This will involve developing subject matter expertise in relevant military aircraft programs, opportunities for our customers, and market dynamics within the region.

In addition to this core work, you will also assist with the creation and updating of detailed aircraft program profiles which form a key part of our Aviation Week Intelligence Network tool. This will involve creating in-depth reports on specific military aircraft programs covering program history and providing analysis of current and future status. The role will also involve contributing to the development of wider defense market profiles for the Middle East and North Africa region.

Role Accountability and Duties:

As a Senior Defense Analyst you will:

• Maintain data on military aircraft fleets, programs, and deliveries for your regions in support of Aviation Week Network’s Military Fleet Discovery and Military Fleet & MRO Forecast databases.
• Support the development and updating of wider defense market profiles for the Middle East and North Africa region
• Provide briefings to Aviation Week clients on your areas of responsibility.
• Support related consultancy projects as required.
• Contribute to Aviation Week Network’s analysis of the wider aerospace and defence market through editorial work, webinars, and in person briefings
• Support the growth of Aviation Week Network’s defence data business.
• Perform additional tasks as required.

What you bring to the team:

Required:

• Proven ability to collect, organise, and analyse datasets to identify trends and provide insight.
• Proven ability to write qualitative analysis on your area of responsibility based upon data.
• A strong interest in, and understanding of, military aircraft programs and markets.
• Understanding of critical customer requirements within the aerospace and defence sector
• A strong work ethic and proactive approach

Desirable:

• Direct experience of working in the defence industry, ideally in the military aerospace sector
• Knowledge of the related technologies, domains, and competitive landscape
• Experience in delivery of consultancy, strategy development, and/or competitor intelligence.
• Experience of delivering public/client facing briefings
• Experience supporting written editorial products.
• Advanced excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Language skills would also be highly beneficial.

We believe that great things happen when people connect face-to-face. That's why we work in-person with each other, or with customers and partners, three days a week or more. When you’re not spending time together in one of our offices or other workplaces – like at an Informa event – you get the flexibility and support to work from home or remotely.

We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here’s some of what you can expect when you join us. But don’t just take our word for it – see what our colleagues have to say at LifeAt.Informa.com

Our benefits include:

• Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active diversity and inclusion networks
• Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available too
• Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it’s time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves
• Time out: 25 days annual leave, rising to 27 days after two years, plus a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a year
• A flexible range of personal benefits to choose from, plus company funded private medical cover
• A Share Match scheme that allows you to become an Informa shareholder with free matching shares
• Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders, a healthy living subsidy, access to health apps and more
• Recognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programs
• As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world

We’re not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen. If it sounds like a match and you have most – although not all – of the skills and experience listed, we welcome your application.

If you would like to request reasonable adjustments or accommodations to assist your participation in the hiring process and, or in the advertised position, please inform the appropriate Talent Acquisition Partner for the role once they have been in touch. Your request will be reviewed and considered in confidence. At Informa, you'll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds are welcomed. As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments, we are also formally an Equal Opportunities Employer. This means we base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and do not discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses, including all of those protected by law. Ask us or see our website for full information.