Darshan Kumar Agarwal
Research Analyst
chennai,TN
Summary
Analytical and detail-oriented Research Analyst with 7+ years of professional experience and 4+ years of experience in data research, mergers & acquisitions analysis, and corporate intelligence. Proven expertise in verifying, organizing, and summarizing complex datasets to support strategic decision-making. Adept at balancing accuracy with efficiency, delivering actionable insights, and maintaining confidentiality. Seeking to contribute as a Research Specialist II by leveraging strong research, data verification, and reporting skills.
Overview
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Languages
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Certifications
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Analyst
Deal India Pvt. Ltd.
12.2020 - 08.2025
- Conducted qualitative and quantitative research to identify industry trends, generating actionable insights for stakeholders.
- Conducted competitor analysis and consumer behavior studies to track market dynamics.
- Verified datasets for accuracy and compliance with data privacy regulations, ensuring reliability for research initiatives.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven insights, influencing product and strategy enhancements.
- Provided senior management with timely research findings, facilitating informed decision-making.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to provide data-driven insights for product and strategy improvements.
- Supported senior management with timely research findings for informed decision-making.
- Designed visualizations and dashboards to communicate findings effectively.
- Mentored new hires, ensuring smooth onboarding and integration into research workflows.
Media Executive
Hindustan Times Ltd
07.2018 - 08.2019
- Managed client engagement and market analysis while ensuring editorial quality standards, resulting in improved client satisfaction.
- Conducted surveys and client satisfaction studies to identify service delivery enhancement opportunities.
- Organised employee engagement activities and recognition programmes to strengthen workplace culture.
- Organised employee engagement activities and recognition programmes to foster a positive workplace culture.
Advertisement Executive
Eenadu Publications
06.2017 - 06.2018
- Conducted direct sales and affiliate marketing campaigns, expanding client base by targeting new demographics.
- Executed B2B sales and digital marketing initiatives, utilizing market research to enhance outreach effectiveness.
- Developed successful strategies and policies, meeting organisational needs and implementing improvements.
- Reviewed reports and recommendations from subordinate leadership to inform strategic decision-making.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Finance & Human resource
SRM University
Chennai, Tamil Nadu01-2017
Bachelor of business Administration (BBA) - Management
Madras Christian College
Chennai, India01-2014
Skills
Data research & analysisM&A analysisData verificationMarket researchCompetitive analysisReport writingReport visualisationCorporate intelligenceData collectionG Suite proficiencyCRM managementStrategic thinkingCustomer empathy
Accomplishments
- Organize and maintain personnel records.
- End to end Market Analysis and management.
- Formulation process manual for the organization regarding Client relations.
- Design, implement and monitor end to end output.
- Goal setting and objective handling.
- Meeting Deadlines and providing proper outputs.
- Preparing power point presentations and addressing the requirements for the process.
- Make changes and suggest improvements wherever required to ensure the proper functioning of the department.
- Supported on talent acquisition as in when required for critical technical requirements.
- Utilization Information collected to company’s advantage.
- Maintaining Data/ Business Development / End to end Client servicing.
- Prepare and analyze weekly/ quarterly/ yearly reports that are necessary to ensure proper functions are in line with org’s goal.
Certification
Naukri.com - Maestro recruiter
Timeline
Research Analyst
Deal India Pvt. Ltd.
12.2020 - 08.2025
Media Executive
Hindustan Times Ltd
07.2018 - 08.2019
Advertisement Executive
Eenadu Publications
06.2017 - 06.2018
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Finance & Human resource
SRM University
Bachelor of business Administration (BBA) - Management
Madras Christian College