FAQs
What is the role of a Research Analyst at FactSet?
The Research Analyst is responsible for collating, maintaining, and updating relevant financial market data in the database while ensuring accuracy and adherence to defined work processes.
What teams will a Research Analyst work with?
A Research Analyst will work with three main teams: Financial Sponsors, Holdings, and Stakes, collaborating with colleagues across these groups to achieve business goals.
What qualifications are required for this position?
Candidates should have an undergraduate degree in Commerce, Business Management, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or equivalent, along with strong research and analytical skills and good communication abilities.
What technical skills are necessary for a Research Analyst?
Excellent computer literacy is required, especially in using databases and software for data collection. Strong knowledge of Excel is also essential for manipulating large spreadsheets.
How often are ownership profiles updated by the Stakes Team?
The Stakes Team processes daily updates based on shareholder ownership disclosures, and there are between 1,000 and 3,000 periodic updates of ownership profiles per year based on company reports or other public sources.
Is experience required for this job?
While specific experience is not mentioned, applicants should demonstrate excellent research and analytical skills, alongside a proactive attitude, which can be gained through academic or relevant professional experience.
How is performance evaluated for a Research Analyst?
As an individual contributor, a Research Analyst is responsible for their own performance in all assigned tasks, and they will have targets to meet as part of their role.
What kind of support does FactSet provide for individuals returning to work?
FactSet encourages individuals returning from a break to apply and offers support to help them relaunch their careers, including discussions with recruiters about available resources.
Is a strong command of English necessary for this role?
Yes, very good written and oral communication skills in English are required for effective interaction with clients and colleagues.
Does FactSet celebrate diversity in its hiring process?
Yes, FactSet is committed to celebrating diversity of thought, experience, and perspective and ensures a transparent hiring process for all qualified applicants.