Researcher

Pageant Media is a leading independent provider of business intelligence, data and insights on the global asset management industry, from hedge funds and mutual funds to private equity, real estate and credit/debt. Pageant has more than 2,500 institutional clients, including 94 of the world’s top 100 asset managers, who use our products to help them allocate assets, raise funds and run their business more effectively. The Role The Cardiff-based research team is tasked with delivering best-in-class data on institutional and private wealth investors, fund managers and their associated funds along with performance metrics, and the service providers acting across the entire industry. Pageant is looking to further improve the quality of its data in terms of accuracy, timeliness, comprehensiveness and depth. The role presents an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated individual with a keen interest to learn about the asset management industry to engage directly with key decision makers across the industry. The Requirements · Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills; able to effectively communicate with senior-level executives via telephone or email · Able to build relationships · Tenacious · Organised · Excellent research abilities, diligent, with a keen eye for detail · Work experience in a research-led environment is a plus · Language skills are highly desirable · Willingness to work US hours could be a benefit The Responsibilities Identifying and contacting key individuals via telephone call or email to obtain critical and proprietary information. Take ownership of a global universe of investors and ensure all details are accurate and up-to-date. Understand and effectively communicate Pageant’s value proposition and maintain relationships with senior professionals through the exchange of data. Conduct web-based research to gather relevant information to update investor profiles, along with uncovering new sources of information. Participate in ad-hoc projects. The Benefits Season Ticket loan Life insurance Free breakfast Quarterly Bonus Birthday day off 24 days holidays increasing up to 29 days Friendly experienced team Global offices Regular on-going incentives On-going training and career development This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/89790722