Research Coordinator

Our client, a midtown-based Hedge Fund, is seeking a Research Coordinator. The ideal candidate should be a self-starter, highly efficient, detail-oriented, and possess exceptional communication skills. They must demonstrate enthusiasm and outstanding time management skills, and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

 

Position: Research Coordinator

Location: New York, NY (Midtown)

Hours: 8:30am – 5:30/6pm Mon - Friday

Compensation: $90-120k base + bonus eligible + daily lunch + robust benefits

Degree: Required

**This role is currently 5 days in office**

 

Responsibilities of the Research Coordinator:

-Provide administrative and organizational support to Director of Research

-Assist investment analysts with research and ad-hoc projects, including updating financial models

-Institute and maintain quarterly meetings for broader investment team and uplevel current cadence with more streamlined communication and reporting efficiencies

-Coordinate and obtain corporate and research access with the sell-side and additional research vendors

-Liaise with internal and external contacts on behalf of the team

-Proactively anticipate and complete work assignments whenever possible

-Maintain team’s calendars, contacts, assignments, and compliance requirements

-Schedule and coordinate meetings

-Answer phone calls, emails, and correspondence for team

-Coordinate domestic and international travel

-Maintain confidentiality of all sensitive and confidential issues

 

Requirements of the Research Coordinator:

-Bachelor's degree required

-Experience with Excel and prior admin support experience preferred

-Strong work ethic

-Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

-Proactive and thoughtful approach

-Highly presentable both by phone and in person

-Excellent written communication skills

-Collaborative and team-oriented

-Intelligent and quick-witted with the ability to manage team and other internal/external investment professionals quickly and efficiently

-No task is too big or too small mentality

-Motivated to dig in and grow with the firm for years to come

- Available by phone to work occasional off hours (such as managing travel changes, responses to other time zones when needed)

-Strong computer and Internet research skills

-Ability to work independently with strong follow-through

-Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written

-Flexibility to handle multiple and changing priorities

-Resourcefulness in executing projects

-Verification of identity, education, prior employment, and references may be required