Researcher, Business, Business Analyst

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Provide research services to all William Blair employees to support their needs in obtaining and evaluating business and competitive data to achieve their business objectives. Determine most appropriate sources and assemble information on companies, industries, mergers and acquisitions, the economy, financial markets, executives and other topics per end user requests. Synthesize research findings and prepare and package information using optimal delivery methods and formats.

• Develop and maintain relationships with firm employees and develop an understanding of their domestic and international business information needs. Utilize established information gathering techniques to scope research projects and determine deliverables.
• Evaluate available information sources, including both free and fee-based databases, and select most appropriate sources based on user information needs.
• Plan and execute short-term and in-depth research projects and analysis within established deadlines. Perform multiple research projects simultaneously, communicating with requestors on progress and issues that may impede success.
• Synthesize information research and prepare and package information using optimal delivery methods and formats. Ensure that deliverables are concise, organized and consistent with Business Information quality standards.
• Prepare training materials and provide instruction on research methods and resources to firm employees.
• Contribute to knowledge initiatives, including identifying and evaluating new information resources, contribute to research content, and cross training with co-workers.
• Ensure all work activities are in compliance with applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Escalate issues or complex requests, as necessary.
• Additional responsibilities as requested.

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science strongly preferred
• At least 3 years of experience performing research required; financial services firm experience strongly preferred
• Experience with database services such as Lexis Nexis, Factiva, S&P Market Intelligence, Pitchbook, and LSEG Workspace preferred
• Strong investigative research and analytical skills
• Proficiency conducting in-depth company, biographical, multi-industry, financial, market, legal, and regulatory research
• Commitment to customer service
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently in support of team goals

This role may be hybrid or remote out of the following locations:
Baltimore,…