Senior Business Analyst
Prolific is not just another player in the AI space we are the architects of the human data infrastructure that's reshaping the landscape of AI development. In a world where foundational AI technologies are increasingly commoditized, it's the quality and diversity of human-generated data that truly differentiates products and models.
We're hiring a Senior Business Analyst to join our central Business Analytics team. You'll partner closely with senior stakeholders across Prolific to deliver high-quality analytics, strategic insights, and proactive discovery that shape company direction.
This is a high-visibility, high-impact role ideal for someone who :
- is exceptional at translating data into clear, actionable recommendations and can independently drive analysis end-to-end
- turns complexity into crisp, actionable, business-ready insights
- enjoys shaping structure in ambiguous spaces e.g., defining what "healthy marketplace dynamics" look like across supply, demand, and pricing
- brings strong judgment, navigates trade-offs, and adapts quickly in a fast-moving environment
- is energized by the intersection of data, product thinking, and operational strategy
What you'll bring to the role
Business Acumen & Stakeholder Partnership
Proven experience working with senior leadership to shape decisionsAbility to understand business drivers across GTM, Finance, Support, CX, and Product, and connect them to insightsAbility to influence without authority, build cross-org alignment, and challenge assumptions constructivelyStrong judgment and comfort navigating ambiguity, trade-offs, and competing prioritiesData Storytelling & Insight Leadership
Exceptional communicator able to synthesize data into compelling stories and clear recommendationsExperience developing KPI frameworks, performance diagnostics, and insight narratives that drive actionBias for clarity, precision, and "so-what" impactProblem-Solving & Discovery Mindset
Actively identifies opportunities and issues before they surface e.g., spotting early signals of supply constraints, demand shifts, or emerging risksComfort structuring ambiguous areas from first principles e.g., defining what "healthy marketplace dynamics" look like across supply and demandAbility to ask (and reframe) the right questions to unlock insightOperational, Analytical, & Technical Foundations
Familiarity with marketplace or B2B metrics; experience in a marketplace environment highly valuedSolid understanding of how operational signals roll up to financial outcomesCommitment to analytical excellence including documentation standards, templates, and peer-review processesDeep interest in AI systems, human-in-the-loop evaluation, or responsible AI (experience valued but not required)Strong experience with modern BI tools (Metabase, Looker, Tableau, etc.). Experience with dbt / semantic models highly desirable.Ability to design scalable dashboards, models, and workflows that hold up under executive scrutinyStrength in turning complexity into clarity high-quality, business-ready outputsWhat you'll be doing in the role
Strategic & Business Analytics
Lead high-impact analyses that clarify performance, diagnose issues, and inform strategic decisionsBuild KPI frameworks and business-health reporting tailored to senior leadershipOwn analytical workstreams feeding business reviews, forecasting inputs, and executive updatesStakeholder Management & Cross-Functional Alignment
Act as a trusted partner to senior leaders, providing clarity, structure, and insightDrive alignment on metrics, definitions, and success criteria across teamsTranslate analysis into clear next steps that enable accountability and actionProactive Discovery & Marketplace Insight
Identify leading indicators, emerging risks, and opportunities ahead of time (e.g. spotting early signals of supply constraints or demand shifts)Understand the mechanics of our marketplace deeply and connect patterns across supply, demand, pricing, operations, and customer behaviorsHighlight where interventions are needed and recommend strategic and operational responsesAnalytics Craft & Infrastructure
Build scalable dashboards and reporting that underpin decision-making across the businessWork closely with analytics engineering to improve data models and ensure consistencyContribute to improving team processes documentation, analytical templates, and peer-review standardsWhy Prolific is a great place to work
We've built a unique platform that connects researchers and companies with a global pool of participants, enabling the collection of high-quality, ethically sourced human behavioral data and feedback. This data is the cornerstone of developing more accurate, nuanced, and aligned AI systems.
We believe that the next leap in AI capabilities won't come solely from scaling existing models, but from integrating diverse human perspectives and behaviors into AI development. By providing this crucial human data infrastructure, Prolific is positioning itself at the forefront of the next wave of AI innovation one that reflects the breath and the best of humanity.
Working for us will place you at the forefront of AI innovation, providing access to our unique human data platform and opportunities for groundbreaking research. Join us to enjoy a competitive salary, benefits, and remote working within our impactful, mission-driven culture.