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Job type full-time
Full job description
Coresight research:
The coresight research team, based in new york, london, hong kong, india and nigeria is a think tank that follows emerging retail and tech trends, specializing in the ways retail and technology intersect, and builds collaborative communitiesThe team, led by deborah weinswig, an award-winning retail and technology analyst, delivers cutting-edge research on topics such as the evolving retail landscape, changing consumer behavior, disruptive retail technologies and the future of supply chains in sectors such as apparel, beauty, grocery and furnitureMore information can be found at coresight.com.
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Position overview::
Based in new york or remote-us based and reporting directly into a senior research analyst, the research analyst will perform research activities in specific areas and produce written reports and other research products on early-stage companies, sectors and themes in retail and technology.
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Responsibilities::
Undertaking company-profile-focused research on emerging technology and retail-tech-focused startups
Researching and writing retail-technology-related reports
Undertaking custom projects, including survey-based projects, for clients
Analyze and present data in verbal and visual form
Draft analyses, research reports and presentations of various lengths
Respond to ad hoc research requests
Track, follow and summarize industry and company news
Collect data from various source (including databases, public companies and internet searches)
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Requirements and qualifications::
Minimum of a ba/bs with strong academic record (business/finance degrees would be a plus)
2+ years of work experience in buy or sell-side research, investment banking, consulting or relevant experience (experience in research is strongly preferred).
Strong interest in retail, business, startups and/or technology
Knowledge of retail-technology companies, trends, and themes
Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills
Solid quantitative skills
Extremely detail-oriented / self-motivated / strong time management skills
Strong writing and oral communication skills; an experience of business-style writing for publication
Able to work individually, or on a team
Client relationship management skills
Proficient in office applications, including microsoft word, excel and powerpoint
The successful candidate will need to::
Be or become an expert in retail-technology startups:
Develop a strong understanding of emerging retail technology trends and companies.
Keep abreast of global industry news and emerging trends related to retail technology in order to identify topical subjects to research.
Build on existing knowledge to become an industry specialist in retail technology start-ups and emerging technology.
Devise and write retail-technology-focused research reports and presentationsThis is likely to include writing syndicated reports published on coresight.com for subscription clients, and custom research reports created in partnership with clients/sponsorsThis will include: data-driven analysis of trends and themes in retail technology, assessment of trends across retail sectors and consumer behavior, profiling companies, and custom/ad-hoc queriesThe research process will involve use of various sources including databases, public company documents and internet searches.
Assist in the drafting and creation of surveys, and in synthesizing survey results for insights.
Collaborate with internal research team to develop clear understanding of a client’s mission critical priorities when working on custom client research.
A successful candidate will have both strong interpersonal and research (qualitative and quantitative) skills.
Coresight research offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package, an entrepreneurial work environment, and realistic growth potentialWe value a culture of inclusion and diversity within our workforceWe are committed to maintaining a workplace free from prohibited employment conduct, including discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and any other characteristic protected by lawCoresight research is an equal opportunity employer.
