Senior Research Analyst

Job title:

Senior Research Analyst

Company:

With Intelligence

Job description

SPS, by With Intelligence, an award-winning provider of market intelligence for the M&A community, is seeking a Senior Research Analyst. We help our private equity, corporate development, lender, and advisory clients navigate the competitive and opaque world of M&A deal origination to prioritize relationships, streamline internal processes, and improve their firm’s overall performance.MissionThe SPS Senior Research Analyst will provide secondary research for Private Equity and M&A deals to further enhance the SPS proprietary database. In addition to conducting research, the Senior Research Analyst will perform quality checks to ensure the highest level of accuracy and precision that our clients have come to expect.The Senior Research Analyst is an integral role at SPS, serving as both a key contributor and a leader within the team. We are looking for a strong candidate who is focused on maintaining high attention to detail, fostering a positive team attitude and ensuring that the SPS strategy is translated into actionable goals and outcomes for the team.You may be a great fit if:

• You have an interest in Finance, particularly M&A, Private Equity, and data research and are eager to learn more about these areas.
• You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy supporting and mentoring team members in a small, close-knit team.
• You excel at managing multiple priorities and maintaining organization in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• You have a high attention to detail and take pride in delivering high-quality, accurate work.

Key Responsibilities & Objectives

• Conduct research using various sources and methods to gather and maintain data for the firm’s proprietary database of Private Equity and M&A transactions in Europe.
• Perform quality assurance checks to ensure the highest level of accuracy in data and reports.
• Proactively identify areas for improvement and contribute ideas to enhance the quality and scalability of the database.
• Mentor and provide guidance to Research Analysts, ensuring they align with the team’s vision and goals.
• Assist in preparing reports, presentation materials, and other research-driven projects to support client needs.
• Build a deep understanding of the firm’s solutions, methodologies and the M&A industry, while continuously developing your knowledge and skills.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve shared goals and ensure alignment with the company’s strategy.

Requirements

• Professional Qualification: A bachelor’s degree is required.
• Experience: Previous experience in research, consulting, data analysis or related fields.
• Strong Communication Skills: You can express ideas clearly, write effectively, and collaborate productively with team members.
• Organizational Abilities: You have a knack for managing your time, prioritizing tasks and keeping track of details to ensure accuracy and consistency in your work.
• Adaptability and Coachability: You are eager to learn, open to feedback, and quick to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Team Player Mindset: You enjoy working in a small team where everyone’s contributions matter, and you actively support your colleagues to achieve success together.
• Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills: You approach challenges with a logical, resourceful mindset and are always seeking innovative ways to improve processes.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with spreadsheets and Microsoft office software suite.

This role reports to our Research Manager based in our New York office, so some flexibility in working hours may be required during the initial onboarding period.Benefits

• 24 days annual leave rising to 29 days
• Enhanced parental leave
• Medicash (Health Cash Plans)
• Wellness Days
• Flexible Fridays (Opportunity to finish early)
• Birthday day off
• Employee assistance program
• Travel loan scheme
• Charity days
• Breakfast provided
• Social Events throughout the year
• Hybrid Working

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on actual or perceived race, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy), marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, religion, creed, colour, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Expected salary

Location

Cardiff

Job date

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 23:24:49 GMT

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