Z-1177 | Research Associate

Qualifications for Research Associate:

• Firm grasp on the financial decision-making process within the company or organization of employment
• Experience collecting, interpreting and organizing data
• Additional certifications such as Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) are preferred
• Ability to prepare extensive reports and present findings to companies with clear and concise action advice
• Working knowledge of the target industry and market
• Ability to keep sensitive business financial information confidential

Responsibilities for Research Associate:

• Perform qualitative and quantitative research and consultation on relative markets
• Keep up-to-date knowledge of the industry and related markets being researched
• Understand the needs of the hiring organization or client in order to target research to their benefit
• Contact companies and agencies who can provide useful financial data
• Create clear and useful reports and recommendations for organizational use
• Communicate with business leaders, financial officers and market representatives
• Interpret markets to conclude financial recommendations for clients
• Advise businesses to buy or sell products based on market insights