Finance Research Assistant

Finance Research Assistant | Finance Research & Analysis Role (Post-Exams Intake) | Mentorship, Industry Exposure & Critical Thinking (Limited Openings) We are looking for motivated individuals who want to build practical research experience within the financial services industry. Through structured mentorship and hands-on projects, you'll strengthen your analytical thinking, develop professional research skills, and gain exposure to how financial research supports business planning and informed decision-making. This opportunity is well suited for students and young adults who want to deepen their understanding of finance beyond the classroom. Working alongside experienced professionals, you'll contribute to research projects while learning how market insights, industry developments, and data-driven analysis are applied in real business environments. If you're naturally curious, enjoy analysing information, and are eager to learn in a professional setting, this role offers valuable experience and a strong foundation for future opportunities in finance, business, consulting, and research. Role Focus As a Finance Research Assistant, you'll support research and analytical projects that contribute to planning, business initiatives, and strategic decision-making. You'll gather and evaluate information from reliable sources, identify meaningful trends and insights, and help transform research into clear, actionable findings. Throughout the programme, you'll receive guidance from experienced professionals while developing practical research, analytical, and communication skills. What You'll Do Conduct research on financial markets, economic developments, industry trends, and related topics using credible sources. Gather, verify, and organise information into concise research reports and summaries. Analyse findings to identify key trends, opportunities, and relevant insights. Support the preparation of presentation materials, briefing papers, and research documentation. Contribute to research projects that support business planning and informed decision-making. Maintain accurate research records and organise supporting materials for future reference. Learn professional research methods through structured mentorship, guided assignments, and practical project work. What You'll Gain Practical experience conducting finance and market research in a professional environment. Stronger analytical thinking, research, and problem-solving skills. Exposure to financial markets, industry concepts, and business strategy. Structured mentorship and constructive feedback from experienced professionals. Improved communication, information synthesis, and presentation skills. Meaningful résumé-building experience relevant to finance, consulting, business, and research careers. A stronger foundation for future academic and professional opportunities. Who We Want We're looking for individuals who are curious, dependable, and committed to learning. More than prior experience, we value initiative, professionalism, and the willingness to develop through meaningful work. Ideal candidates are: Interested in finance, business, and the broader economic landscape. Analytical and able to evaluate information critically and objectively. Detail-oriented, organised, and committed to producing high-quality work. Clear and professional in written and verbal communication. Proactive, resourceful, and comfortable learning independently. Open to feedback and committed to continuous improvement. Responsible, dependable, and able to contribute effectively within a collaborative team. Previous finance or research experience is not required. We place greater emphasis on learning agility, curiosity, ownership, professionalism, and long-term potential. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Due to limited openings, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.