Research Analyst

$60,000 - $75,000/Yr

Korn/Ferry International - Los Angeles, CA

posted 2 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Los Angeles, CA
5,001-10,000 employees
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Research Analyst position at Korn Ferry serves as an entry point into a dynamic career development track that offers numerous opportunities for growth and innovation. As a Research Analyst, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Financial Service - Private Equity practice by preparing for business development meetings and executing executive search projects. This role emphasizes the importance of talent and collaboration, fostering a colleague-centric culture where every team member can make a significant impact on the business, clients, and their own careers. In this position, you will be responsible for preparing comprehensive company overviews for account teams, conducting thorough research on companies, and developing targeted candidate lists. You will utilize various online and proprietary tools to identify potential candidates and engage with companies to understand their organizational structures. The role also involves maintaining data quality in the proprietary Client Resource Management (CRM) system, actively participating in business development strategies, and providing research support for candidate identification. The Research Analyst role is designed to cultivate skills in market intelligence, client service, and effective communication. You will be expected to develop a deep understanding of the search and research needs of internal clients while building trust and confidence with both internal and external stakeholders. The position offers a clear career path, with opportunities for promotion to Associate or more senior research roles, depending on performance and contributions to the practice.

Responsibilities

  • Preparing company overviews for account teams
  • Researching companies and developing target lists
  • Identifying potential candidates from a variety of online and proprietary tools
  • Calling companies to determine organization structure
  • Consistently inputting and updating highly confidential candidate records in the CRM
  • Actively participating in designing the search and business development strategy
  • Providing research in support of candidate identification and business development activities
  • Attending and/or listening in on kick-off meetings and client briefings
  • Developing a full understanding of the search and research needs of internal clients
  • Teaming up on proprietary market intelligence projects and tracking industry trends

Requirements

  • An undergraduate degree from a well-regarded institution
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Products and databases such as Bloomberg, Factiva, Lexis-Nexis
  • Intelligence and intellectual curiosity about people and business
  • High energy level to manage multiple assignments simultaneously
  • Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to navigate organizational structures with sensitivity and finesse

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience with online research tools like LinkedIn, Capital IQ, BoardEx, Pitchbook, ZoomInfo
  • Previous experience in a research or analytical role
  • Knowledge of the financial services or private equity industry

Benefits

  • Health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Short Term Disability
  • Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance
  • Critical Illness and Accident Injury coverage
  • Hospital Indemnity and Legal Insurance
  • 401(k) Tax Deferred Savings plan
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program
  • 15 days of vacation annually
  • Paid time off for 16 company holidays
  • Sick time accrual starting from the first date of employment
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