About the Role
Woozle Research is hiring an Equity Research Associate to join our Custom Insights Team in our Glasgow and London offices.
This is a full-time opportunity for high-potential talent who want to deepen their exposure to primary research and drive investment decision-making for top hedge funds and private equity firms.
You’ll be at the forefront of designing bespoke research, moderating expert calls, extracting market-moving insights, and collaborating directly with clients.
If you thrive in a fast-paced, meritocratic environment, and you’re passionate about transforming raw data into actionable intelligence, this role is for you.
What You’ll Do
As an Equity Research Associate, you’ll:
* Lead primary research projects, managing timelines and deliverables with a team of analysts
* Coordinate sample creation of expert participants to ensure high-quality data collection
* Guide and mentor equity research analysts on project execution and deliverable preparation
* Communicate day-to-day with clients, providing progress updates and sharing interim insights
* Design and refine targeted surveys and expert interview guides based on real investor questions
* Conduct and moderate expert calls with subject-matter specialists across industries
* Analyse B2B and B2C survey data to extract patterns, red flags, and investment signals
* Summarise key takeaways from expert calls and surveys into clear, actionable insights
* Build concise investment briefs used by hedge funds and private equity teams
* Collaborate closely with senior analysts to support live client research mandates
* Join internal research huddles to discuss emerging trends, risks, and areas of interest
Who You Are
We’re looking for a driven, detail-oriented professional who:
* Has 1–3 years of experience in equity research, management consulting, market research, or a related field
* Has direct experience or a strong interest in primary research methodologies (surveys and expert interviews)
* Brings excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
* Is comfortable working with senior stakeholders and clients in a high-expectation environment
* Can balance multiple workstreams and priorities autonomously
* Enjoys analysing data to uncover patterns and investment-relevant insights
* Thrives in a collaborative, feedback-rich, and entrepreneurial culture
What You’ll Get
We’re looking for a driven, detail-oriented professional who:
* £38,000–£43,000 salary, depending on location and experience
* Performance-based annual bonuses recognising outstanding contribution
* ???? Full medical, dental, and vision insurance
* Flexible hybrid working (Glasgow or London office)
* Study support for qualifications like the CFA, plus dedicated learning stipends
* Exposure to top-tier hedge funds, private equity firms, and institutional investors
* Clear progression path to Senior Associate and beyond
* Peer recognition programmes and regular team shout-outs
* Culture of radical transparency, meritocracy, and continuous development
* ️ Team socials, networking events, and funded outings
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