Part-time Researcher with Top-calibre Business - London, United Kingdom - Counting Stars

Counting Stars

Verified Company

London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Part time

Description

THIS IS NOT A ROLE FOR A DATA ANALYST, DATA SCIENTIST, OR AN IT PROJECT MANAGER

Groundbreaking notforprofit (NFP) seeks a businessfocussed parttime researcherwriter with a proactive approach._
This oneofakind NFP is in the process of forming a small highcalibre team and looking to grow with the help of an indispensable researcherwriter, one with a cando attitude, acute attention to detail, unique insights and finetuned sense of discretion and professionalism. The NFP is working with highly professional, global stakeholders and their research output reflects that exceptional quality._
Please note that while the work relies on academic literature reviews, the output deliverables are business focussed and _
not_ _academic, in tone or readership._

The role

We require a strong all-rounder who can take charge of our deliverable research projects, manage research projects and their timelines to meet strict deadlines, with excellent command of highly professional, both written and spoken English.

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Please note that this role is only for someone who has significant experience in business research._

Some of the projects will be regular and predictable; others will be ad-hoc and require initiative and creativity.

As part of a smaller organisation, flexibility and lateral thinking are essential, and in return, we offer a rewarding experience with considerable variety and opportunities for learning and growth, with potential for an expanded remit as we grow.

Responsibilities

Scope research projects, their delivery and resourcing, as well as RACI stakeholders
Explore, innovate and where possible improve on current project management patterns and methodologies
Anticipate and identify issues that may arise to delay or hinder progress of a given project and resolve
Undertake necessary indepth research on topics relevant to projects and maintain familiarity with available information sources
Create and manage databases of important research, experts, etc.
Edit drafts to develop highquality final reports, papers, content, etc.
Develop a sound knowledge of, and keep uptodate with relevant publications and research developments in key policy areas, both nationally and internationally
Carry out literature reviews (peerreviewed and grey literature), interpreting, synthesizing, and presenting findings to a high business standard, to support dissemination to internal and external stakeholders
Thought leadership: keeping abreast of all the latest developments within the sectors we work across
Ensure continuous and detailed communication with internal stakeholders so that team members are on track with project requirements, deadlines, and deliverables
Prepare presentations for various meetings from a master presentation of slides

Skills & Experience

8+ years of proven experience as a researcher and writer in a business environment, with demonstrable examples of such experience
5+ years of proven experience researching and writing on technology topics
Highlevel professional research, writing and editing skills
Ability to prioritise work and define steps needed to achieve specified project outcomes
Advanced knowledge of Windows based Microsoft Office suite and familiarity with research databases
Experience with buy side institutional investors highly desirable

Attributes

Energetic yet calm under pressure
Ability to deal with fluctuating workloads
Exceptional attention to detail
Thrives when juggling many balls at once, with flexibility to adapt to continuously changing priorities
Methodical and organized
Proactive with an ability to navigate information, databases & technologies to find solutions
Ability to deliver the highest level of quality even under time pressure, combined with strong analytical, conceptual problemsolving skills and excellent conflict resolution skills
Excellent time management
Wellhoned sense of discretion
Can take initiative with sound judgement

Start date for this position is ASAP.

The working hours are somewhat flexible - pending outstanding deadlines, as is the location, with occasional face to face meetings required in central London.

The hourly compensation range for this role is £20-25, depending on experience.

*Please note that, the role is based on a self-employed basis*
Job Types: Part-time, Temp to perm, Freelance

Pay:
£20.00-£25.00 per hour

Expected hours:
per week

Benefits:

Work from home

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

How many years of working in or covering the tech sector do you have? What research did you do in, or covering, this sector?

Experience:

Microsoft Office: 10 years (required)
Investment Management Sector: 3 years (preferred)
- professional business research and writing: 8 years (required)

Work authorisation: