Rice & Dore Associates

Research Associate - US

New York

OVERVIEW OF THE BUSINESS

Rice and Dore are a specialist executive search boutique servicing a select number of high quality, retained clients on a global basis in the investment banking and asset management industries.  Founded in 1997, with a strong track record of hundreds of sucessful placements in front office positions within banks, asset management firms and hedge funds.
We are organised along the following global business lines:.

• Absolute Return Investment Group
  
• Investment Banking and Capital Markets
  
• C-Search
  
• Quantitative Strategies, Analytics and Risk
  
• Energy and Commodities
  

We have three office locations in London, New York and Hong Kong.

Due to rapid organic growth, Rice & Dore are now looking for a Research Associate for their US office. Successful candidates will be rewarded with early responsibility, opportunities for international travel and rapid progression within the firm.

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES OF THE ROLE

The Research Associate (RA) will play an integral role in the strategy of Rice & Dore.  We run a rigorous search strategy which is very research intensive.  The RA will be expected to work on a variety of search assignments and strategic projects across all geographies and firm business areas.  By aiding and leading the gathering of competitive intelligence around industries, companies and top executives, the RA will help deliver upon our clients needs and objectives.

• Undertaking research, through interviewing, telephone referencing and taking qualitative views from market sources (primary research) to source candidates to fill roles for R&D consultants and clients.
  
• Supporting business teams and our clients in the identification of top industry performers and top talent pools in the industry.
  
• Market mapping and forensic analysis, including strategic overviews, market and product intelligence reports and profiles of market leaders.
  
• Assistance in executing search mandates through candidate identification, approach and development process.
  
• Pre-pitch/origination researching and due diligence.
  
• Strategic projects.
  
• Leading retained consulting projects for new business opportunities.
  
• Formulating competitor analyses.
  
• Telephone referencing to gather additional information on candidates and companies.
  
• Developing strong network of market sources.
  
• Developing broad understanding of financial markets and specific product areas.
  
• Assisting the Head of Research with the training of individuals coming through the RA program.
  

ENVIRONMENT
• Based in US office

BENCHMARK THE BEST
• Pro active and able to filter useful information from sources and pass to team.
• Entrepreneurial and engages with team and looks for solutions.
• Intelligent and naturally inquisitive.
• Well organised, structured and disciplined.

DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Education and Work Experience:

Mandatory

Graduate from a leading university.

Sound understanding of research methodology, ideally with a consulting/market research, competitive intelligence, financial services or recruiting focus.

Understanding and interest in the financial markets preferred.

Experience working in a strong team orientated, global environment.

Desirable

Research experience or intern experience at a financial institution/recruitment agency and/or pressurised environment.

Masters degree in a relevant discipline.

Skills & Knowledge
Mandatory

Ability to network with senior executives in the financial services industry either via the phone or through face to face meetings.

Experience in querying and utilizing industry-related databases, websites and other research related materials.

Ability to synthesize and analyze data from different, disparate sources and delivering actionable research products for the team.

Understanding and interest in building detailed market research products for internal and external clients.

Desirable
Business level fluency in language other than English.
Personal Attributes
Interest and ease in engaging people in conversation.
Analytical mind.
Problem solver (and finder).
Detail orientated and tenacious.
Strong organizational skills.
Intellectually curious.
Self-starter with initiative.
Proactive.
Team player willing to pitch in where needed.
Committed to achievement.

 

Please note that proof of the right to work within the relevant country will be required.

To apply please email -

globalraus@riceanddore.com

Research Associate - UK

London

OVERVIEW OF THE BUSINESS 

Rice and Dore are a specialist executive search boutique servicing a select number of high quality, retained clients on a global basis in the investment banking and asset management industries.  Founded in 1997, with a strong track record of hundreds of sucessful placements in front office positions within banks, asset management firms and hedge funds.

We are organised along the following global business lines:.

• Absolute Return Investment Group
  
• Investment Banking and Capital Markets
  
• C-Search
  
• Quantitative Strategies, Analytics and Risk
  
• Energy and Commodities
  

 

We have three office locations in London, New York and Hong Kong.

Due to rapid organic growth, Rice & Dore are now looking for a Research Associate for their UK office. Successful candidates will be rewarded with early responsibility, opportunities for international travel and rapid progression within the firm.

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES OF THE ROLE

The Research Associate (RA) will play an integral role in the strategy of Rice & Dore.  We run a rigorous search strategy which is very research intensive.  The RA will be expected to work on a variety of search assignments and strategic projects across all geographies and firm business areas.  By aiding and leading the gathering of competitive intelligence around industries, companies and top executives, the RA will help deliver upon our clients needs and objectives.

• Undertaking research, through interviewing, telephone referencing and taking qualitative views from market sources (primary research) to source candidates to fill roles for R&D consultants and clients.
  
• Supporting business teams and our clients in the identification of top industry performers and top talent pools in the industry.
  
• Market mapping and forensic analysis, including strategic overviews, market and product intelligence reports and profiles of market leaders.
  
• Assistance in executing search mandates through candidate identification, approach and development process.
  
• Pre-pitch/origination researching and due diligence.
  
• Strategic projects.
  
• Leading retained consulting projects for new business opportunities.
  
• Formulating competitor analyses.
  
• Telephone referencing to gather additional information on candidates and companies.
  
• Developing strong network of market sources.
  
• Developing broad understanding of financial markets and specific product areas.
  
• Assisting the Head of Research with the training of individuals coming through the RA program.
  

ENVIRONMENT

• Based in the UK office.

BENCHMARK THE BEST

• Pro active and able to filter useful information from sources and pass to team.
• Entrepreneurial and engages with team and looks for solutions.
• Intelligent and naturally inquisitive.
• Well organised, structured and disciplined.

DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Education and Work Experience

Mandatory

Graduate from a leading university.

Sound understanding of research methodology, ideally with a consulting/market research, competitive intelligence, financial services or recruiting focus.

Understanding and interest in the financial markets preferred.

Experience working in a strong team orientated, global environment.

Desirable

Research experience or intern experience at a financial institution/recruitment agency and/or pressurised environment.

Masters degree in a relevant discipline.

Skills & Knowledge

Mandatory

Ability to network with senior executives in the financial services industry either via the phone or through face to face meetings.

Experience in querying and utilising industry-related databases, websites and other research related materials.

Ability to synthesise and analyse data from different, disparate sources and delivering actionable research products for the team.

Understanding and interest in building detailed market research products for internal and external clients.

Desirable
Business level fluency in language other than English.
 

Personal Attributes

Interest and ease in engaging people in conversation.
Analytical mind.
Problem solver (and finder).
Detail orientated and tenacious.
Strong organisational skills.
Intellectually curious.
Self-starter with initiative.
Proactive.
Team player willing to pitch in where needed.
Committed to achievement.

Please note that proof of the right to work within the relevant country will be required.

To apply please email -

globalra@riceanddore.com

Research Associate - HK

Hong Kong

OVERVIEW OF THE BUSINESS

Rice and Dore are a specialist executive search boutique servicing a select number of high quality, retained clients on a global basis in the investment banking and asset management industries.  Founded in 1997, with a strong track record of hundreds of sucessful placements in front office positions within banks, asset management firms and hedge funds.
We are organised along the following global business lines:.

• Absolute Return Investment Group
  
• Investment Banking and Capital Markets
  
• C-Search
  
• Quantitative Strategies, Analytics and Risk
  
• Energy and Commodities
  

We have three office locations in London, New York and Hong Kong.

Due to rapid organic growth, Rice & Dore are now looking for a Research Associate for their HK office. Successful candidates will be rewarded with early responsibility, opportunities for international travel and rapid progression within the firm.

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES OF THE ROLE

The Research Associate (RA) will play an integral role in the strategy of Rice & Dore.  We run a rigorous search strategy which is very research intensive.  The RA will be expected to work on a variety of search assignments and strategic projects across all geographies and firm business areas.  By aiding and leading the gathering of competitive intelligence around industries, companies and top executives, the RA will help deliver upon our clients needs and objectives.

• Undertaking research, through interviewing, telephone referencing and taking qualitative views from market sources (primary research) to source candidates to fill roles for R&D consultants and clients.
  
• Supporting business teams and our clients in the identification of top industry performers and top talent pools in the industry.
  
• Market mapping and forensic analysis, including strategic overviews, market and product intelligence reports and profiles of market leaders.
  
• Assistance in executing search mandates through candidate identification, approach and development process.
  
• Pre-pitch/origination researching and due diligence.
  
• Strategic projects.
  
• Leading retained consulting projects for new business opportunities.
  
• Formulating competitor analyses.
  
• Telephone referencing to gather additional information on candidates and companies.
  
• Developing strong network of market sources.
  
• Developing broad understanding of financial markets and specific product areas.
  
• Assisting the Head of Research with the training of individuals coming through the RA program.
  

ENVIRONMENT

• Based in the HK office.

BENCHMARK THE BEST

• Pro active and able to filter useful information from sources and pass to team.
• Entrepreneurial and engages with team and looks for solutions.
• Intelligent and naturally inquisitive.
• Well organised, structured and disciplined.

DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Mandatory

Graduate from a leading university.

Sound understanding of research methodology, ideally with a consulting/market research, competitive intelligence, financial services or recruiting focus.

Understanding and interest in the financial markets preferred.

Experience working in a strong team orientated, global environment.

Desirable

Research experience or intern experience at a financial institution/recruitment agency and/or pressurised environment.

Masters degree in a relevant discipline.

Skills & Knowledge
Mandatory

Ability to network with senior executives in the financial services industry either via the phone or through face to face meetings.

Experience in querying and utilising industry-related databases, websites and other research related materials.

Ability to synthesise and analyse data from different, disparate sources and delivering actionable research products for the team.

Understanding and interest in building detailed market research products for internal and external clients.

Desirable
Business level fluency in language other than English.
Personal Attributes
Interest and ease in engaging people in conversation.
Analytical mind.
Problem solver (and finder).
Detail orientated and tenacious.
Strong organisational skills.
Intellectually curious.
Self-starter with initiative.
Proactive.
Team player willing to pitch in where needed.
Committed to achievement.
 

Please note that proof of the right to work within the relevant country will be required.

To apply please email -

       

globalrahk@riceanddore.com

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