Drive Technological Breakthroughs at the Forefront of Innovation

Why join Mintel? We are the world's leading market intelligence agency and technology underpins our success. We help our clients understand consumers and consumer markets, and we aspire to provide the market intelligence behind every great business decision. Our technology allows us to deliver data, insights, and opinions in a compelling way to our clients across the globe.

Role Overview

Mintel is inviting an ambitious recent graduate (or equivalent) to join our team, working under the direct supervision of the SVP of Innovation. As a key member of a focused and impactful team, you'll have the opportunity for close collaboration with senior stakeholders and direct involvement in strategic technology exploration.

This is a junior role, but offers a unique opportunity for those passionate about leveraging the latest in AI and software development technologies to contribute to groundbreaking business solutions. This role offers a rare chance to develop your skills in new technology applications offering significant learning and development opportunities.

What You'll Do

Advanced AI Applications: Focus on the exploration and utilisation of Large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT, delving into advanced AI to create sophisticated agents to augment Mintel's data collection, analytics, automation and content generation capabilities.
Developing with Cutting-Edge Tools: Harness the power of Python and tools like GitHub Copilot and ChatGPT to rapidly develop prototypes and proof of concept solutions.
API Integration and Data Analysis: Use your expertise in Python and API interactions to analyse data and integrate Mintel's web-based tools, driving insights and innovation.
Collaborative Innovation: Partner closely with the SVP of Innovation and stakeholders across Mintel, transforming business challenges into technological opportunities and novel solutions.

What Success Looks Like

Your success will be measured by your ability to collaborate on developing innovative concepts that can evolve into competitive advantage for Mintel, showcasing your direct contribution to our innovative edge.

Who We're Looking For

Technical Innovators: Candidates should be proficient in Python and modern development frameworks and have experience or a strong interest in AI technologies like ChatGPT and development tools like GitHub Copilot.
Creative Problem Solvers: We're seeking individuals with a demonstrated ability to overcome technical challenges, strong problem solving skills and an innovative mindset.
Progressive Trailblazers: If you're enthusiastic about exploring new technologies and making a significant impact with your ideas, you'll find a rewarding environment at Mintel.

Mintel is committed to building and supporting a diverse workforce, providing opportunities for all. 26% of our Engineering team and 23% of our Engineering leaders are women. We are proud to be a signatory of Tech Talent Charter, highlighting our goal of improving diversity within our team and supporting industry-wide improvement. We offer flexible working options and provide support, development and growth opportunities.

What You'll Get In Return

A culture that supports true collaboration whilst embracing remote working with a company wide hybrid working week.
Approach to personal development where we encourage individuals to grow and share what they’ve learned.
Social events, both within the department and across the company
Generous holiday allowance with the opportunity to buy back additional holiday.
A day off to celebrate your birthday
Giving back is part of our culture with this in mind Mintel gives each employee 2 days per year to give to a worthwhile cause.

Mintel jobs

Graduate Software Engineer - AI focused