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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
* 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
* 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
Benefits
* £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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