Research Analyst
Job description
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The Research Analyst is crucial to the overall sales process and involves identifying and directly contacting potential buyers who may be interested in purchasing our Clients' business.
We use a bespoke, state of the art system to scour industry specific data, financial information, geographical indicators etc with the aim of fulfilling our Clients' approved research strategy.
To be successful as a Research Analyst, you will be able to take an imaginative approach to each business; thinking outside the box when it comes to finding less obvious potential buyers and successfully communicating the acquisitions' advantages. Over time, you will build lasting relationships with key decision makers in major organisations across the UK and potentially around the world.
The successful candidate will receive full, ongoing training from an experienced team and will earn commission as deals complete with your buyers. We look for bright, intelligent people who have a curious mind and genuine interest in Data, Research and Analysis. You will be self-motivated, highly organised, process driven and able to work in a deadline driven environment.
Key Responsibilities will include:
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Conducting research into potential buyers.
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Carrying out research strategies.
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Identifying key contacts within these businesses.
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Independent Research and Outreach amongst our network of known contacts.
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Liaising with Buyers to understand what kind of businesses they are looking to acquire and match them with our clients.
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Liaising with Clients to gain approval on NDA (non-disclosure agreements) signed by potential purchasers.
No previous experience or qualifications are required for this role, we do however need someone who can bring the following:
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Self-motivation, self-discipline, good at time management.
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The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet strict deadlines.
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Excellent attention to detail. Good communication skills (written and orally).
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Good problem solver – can you think differently and come up with innovative, creative solutions.
What's in it for you? We want your career with us to be rewarding, exciting and long lasting. As well as experiencing working within a fast paced, dynamic team, learning on the job from experienced Analysts, we also offer the following:
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Hybrid Working (after successful probationary period).
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Flexible Core Hours Policy (after successful probationary period).
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Dress for your Diary.
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Regular Wellbeing Walks.
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Employee of the Month awards.
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Monthly Incentive rewards.
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⭐ Emphasise any experience with business research, financial analysis, or data interpretation at the top of your CV, as the advert stresses these as core to the role.
📊 Quantify your research impact: "Identified 47 qualified leads through independent research, resulting in 12 buyer meetings over 6 months".
🎯 Highlight your ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines with specific examples, as the role requires self-motivation in a fast-paced environment.
🌐 Showcase your communication skills (written and oral) with concrete examples of successful stakeholder engagement or outreach campaigns.
🤝 Mention any experience with CRM systems, databases, or research tools that demonstrate your ability to manage and analyse industry-specific data.
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- •Conducted independent research identifying 34 qualified acquisition prospects across 5 industry sectors, resulting in 8 buyer introductions and 2 completed negotiations.
- •Managed prospect database of 200+ contacts, maintaining 95% data accuracy whilst tracking engagement across email, phone and in-person outreach channels.
- •Liaised with 6 key stakeholders to secure NDA approvals and facilitate buyer-seller communications, reducing approval turnaround from 14 to 5 days.
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Dear Hiring Manager,
I am writing to apply for the Research Analyst position at K3 Advisory Group. Your bespoke research system and focus on identifying potential buyers through financial data analysis and geographical indicators align perfectly with my interest in business research and data-driven decision making. I am particularly drawn to the independent outreach and stakeholder liaison aspects of the role.
My background in research and analysis has equipped me with strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to think creatively when solving problems. I am self-motivated and thrive in deadline-driven environments, managing multiple priorities whilst maintaining accuracy and organisation.
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Interview questions
10 questions generated from this advert.
Technical
- ›Walk us through your approach to researching a potential buyer in an unfamiliar industry sector.
- ›How would you use financial data and geographical indicators to identify acquisition targets for a client?
- ›Describe your experience with CRM systems or research databases—which have you used and how did you leverage them?
- ›How do you ensure accuracy and attention to detail when managing large volumes of prospect data?
- ›What research methodologies would you employ to find less obvious potential buyers outside your existing network?
Behavioural
- ›Tell us about a time you had to meet a tight deadline while managing multiple research projects. How did you prioritise?
- ›Describe a situation where you had to think creatively or outside the box to solve a problem.
- ›Give an example of when you successfully built a relationship with a key contact or stakeholder through outreach.
- ›Tell us about a time you received feedback that you needed to improve your communication skills. What did you do?
- ›Describe a situation where you had to work independently without close supervision. How did you stay motivated and organised?
STAR answer examples
Model answers using the Situation-Task-Action-Result framework. Adapt to your own experience.
Tell us about a time you had to meet a tight deadline whilst managing multiple research projects. How did you prioritise?
Describe a situation where you had to think creatively or outside the box to solve a problem.