Part-time Researcher with Top-calibre Business

4 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom Counting Stars Full time

**THIS IS NOT A ROLE FOR A DATA ANALYST, DATA SCIENTIST, OR AN IT PROJECT MANAGER**
- Groundbreaking not-for-profit (NFP) seeks a business-focussed part-time researcher-writer with a proactive approach._
- This one-of-a-kind NFP is in the process of forming a small high-calibre team and looking to grow with the help of an indispensable researcher-writer, one with a can-do attitude, acute attention to detail, unique insights and fine-tuned 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. _**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 in-depth 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 high-quality final reports, papers, content, etc.
- Develop a sound knowledge of, and keep up-to-date with relevant publications and research developments in key policy areas, both nationally and internationally
- Carry out literature reviews (peer-reviewed 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
- High-level 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 problem-solving skills and excellent conflict resolution skills
- Excellent time management
- Well-honed 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: 8 - 16 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:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in London

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