Research Coordinator

Our client, a midtown-based Hedge Fund, is seeking a Research Assistant/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 Assistant/Coordinator

Location: New York, NY (Midtown)

Hours: 8:30 am – 5:30/6pm

In Office Requirements: This role is in office 5 days a week

Compensation: $85-175k base + bonus eligible + daily lunch + very robust medical benefits (coverage for the whole family if needed) and more!

Degree: Required

Responsibilities of the Research Assistant/Coordinator:

-Provide administrative and organizational support to Cyclicals Team leader 

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

-Coordinate domestic and international travel 

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

-Proactively anticipate and complete work assignments whenever possible

-Answer phone calls, emails, and correspondence for team 

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

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

-Provide personal administrative support for Cyclicals Team leader

-Maintain confidentiality of all sensitive and confidential issues

Requirements of the Research Assistant/Coordinator:

-Bachelor's degree required 

-0-10 years of experience

-Experience with Microsoft Suite, especially Excel, and prior admin support experience required

-Strong work ethic, organizational skills, and attention to detail 

-Proactive and thoughtful approach 

-Highly presentable both by phone and in person 

-Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written 

-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)

-Ability to work independently with strong follow-through 

-Flexibility to handle multiple and changing priorities 

-Resourcefulness in executing projects 

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