Business Research Specialist
Updated on 11/15/2023
Provides urgent business performance improvement and restructuring
Company Overview
AlixPartners is a globally recognized firm that excels in addressing critical business challenges with an action-oriented approach, leveraging small, highly skilled teams with industry-specific expertise. The company fosters an inclusive culture that values diversity and intellectual curiosity, encouraging personal growth and career development. Their industry leadership is reflected in numerous accolades, including being named among the Best Places to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality, Best Management Consulting Firms, and Best Firm to Work For.
Consulting
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Founded
1981
Headquarters
New York, New York
Growth & Insights
Headcount
6 month growth
↑ 3%1 year growth
↑ 8%2 year growth
↑ 22%Locations
Chicago, IL, USA
Experience Level
Entry
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Senior
Expert
Desired Skills
Communications
CategoriesNew
Business & Strategy
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree with preference for business/financial concentration.
- Financial acumen and ability to analyze company performance is required.
- Professional work experience in a research role preferred, ideally in professional services or industry.
- Proven problem-solving and analytical abilities and able to resolve issues under tight time frames.
- Adept at working on multiple workstreams and with multiple stakeholders.
- Proficient to advanced PPT, Excel, and research database skills are fundamental to success in this role.
- Database experience with Capital IQ, Bloomberg, Factiva, and open sources are a plus.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Willingness to work outside of normal U.S. business hours, and as unique projects/needs arise.
- Ability to work full time in an office and remote environment; physically able to sit/stand at a computer and work in front of a computer screen for significant portions of the workday.
- Must become familiar with, and promote and abide by, our Core Values as defined by the AlixPartners’ Code of Conduct and foster an inclusive environment with people at all levels of an organization.
Responsibilities
- Conduct research and analysis using various research tools including Capital IQ, Bloomberg, Factiva, Statista, and Euromonitor.
- Perform analysis using various data sets and work with external research providers to ensure quality and timely delivery of financial, situation and performance analysis and research.
- Review connections to potential target clients and communicate results to consultants.
- Provide ad hoc business development support and research assistance to the various service lines.
- Additional responsibilities as identified. This description is not designed to encompass a comprehensive listing of required activities, duties or responsibilities.
Desired Qualifications
- Database experience with Capital IQ, Bloomberg, Factiva, and open sources are a plus.