Job Description

The Company: Preqin is an award-winning, independent, research company providing data and intelligence to the financial industry. Investment professionals use Preqin's online products to obtain key i The Company: Preqin is an award-winning, independent, research company providing data and intelligence to the financial industry. Investment professionals use Preqin's online products to obtain key information for business-critical decision-making. Preqin's clients include fund managers, legal firms, institutional investors, financial advisors and placement agents. Primarily a data company Preqin is also a fast-moving fintech with a strong growth record and a world-wide staff base. Owned by our founder, directors and employee shareholders, we care passionately about our customers, brand and the employees that make it all happen. Team Overview: Research Insights is a small yet high-performing and high-profile team. Leading on Preqin's analytical content and responsible for the firm's house view', the team's research and analysis is delivered via a range of media, including long-form research reports, short-form research notes, and presentations (both in-person and virtual). The team is externally facing, regularly presenting to key clients, at internal and external webinars and engaging with global press. Existing team members have worked for GPs and LPs, as well as government agencies, with experience across all asset classes and geographies. Role Overview: The role within the Research Insights team will leverage Preqin's extensive proprietary database to produce actionable research. The Research Insights team leads Preqin's detailed research, the majority of which sits behind a content subscription paywall. The Research Insights team works closely with Preqin's Content team, which consists of experienced former financial journalists and an internal editorial team. Roles and Responsibilities: Research and write high-quality market analysis that contributes to Preqin's research agenda Identify data-driven insights and trends from large data sets, with a focus on quality and accuracy and actionability Leverage tools and techniques for data analysis, including statistical and quantitative methods, collection tools, third-party tools and financial datasets Ensure Preqin's data and content is highly focused, relevant and applicable to industry practitioners and our clients by constantly monitoring trends and themes, and engaging with the market Key Requirements for this Role: At least 2-years' professional experience in a research environment Bachelor's degree in a related field, such as Finance, Statistics or Economics, or equivalent experience Experience of or interest in producing research commentary addressing alternatives markets, such as private equity, venture capital, private debt, real estate, infrastructure or hedge funds Strong analytical skills, with advanced Excel skills a minimum requirement. Additional data science and programming skills highly desirable Strong writing and presentation skills. Candidates will be asked to share past examples of published or recorded work and the recruitment process will include a written assessment Strong intellect, with an ability to quickly understand complex issues and grasp new concepts Experience in a client-facing role, with well-developed presentation skills Desirable Requirements: Advanced Degree, in a related field, such as Finance, Statistics or Economics CAIA or CFA candidacy highly desirable Company Benefits: Medical and dental benefits Flexi Benefits - Health and Wellness Incentives 21 days holiday We also sponsor employees to undertake professional training or to gain qualifications relevant to their career Our Shared Culture Preqin is a fast-growing company, but we are passionate about keeping an entrepreneurial spirit at the heart of everything we do. Our aim is to deliver for our customers, but as one united, progressive, and successful team. Today, our more than 700 people globally share six core values. We strive for quality and put our customers first. We are objective, and we innovate, collaborate, and invest in our personal development. We also have fun together. We hold social events, play sports, and celebrate our shared successes. Equal Opportunities: Preqin is an equal opportunity employer where diversity is at the heart of our business. It is the policy of Preqin to ensure equal employment and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, socioeconomic status, political affiliation, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Preqin is committed to offering an inclusive and accessible experience for all job seekers, so everyone has the opportunity to be successful. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please let the Preqin recruiter know at the start of the application process. Reasonable accommodations are modifications or adjustments to the application or hiring process that would enable you to fully participate in that process.