Research Analyst (Finance)

Ballad Consulting Group; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A strategic consulting company in Edmonton is seeking a Research Analyst to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a post-secondary degree, strong writing abilities, and be proficient in Microsoft Office. This role requires strong communication skills and offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment supporting clients across Canada. The position is in-person in downtown Edmonton.

Qualifications

• A post-secondary degree or equivalent is essential.
• Strong writing skills required with a writing sample.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and analyze collected data.
• Prepare and present high-quality written reports.
• Support business development and proposal writing.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Strong communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to work flexible hours

Understanding of consulting practice

Education

Post-secondary degree

Bachelor of Commerce preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Adobe InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Canva

Job description

Ballad Group

The Ballad team is comprised of business professionals, strengthening the communities in which we live and work. Our diverse team brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and creativity to each project we undertake. We provide services related to training, business planning, government relations, Indigenous engagement, and community development. Ballad ensures that the work we undertake has meaningful impact, always.

The Ballad team is a growing and agile organization, with experience working with Indigenous organizations, academic institutions, communities, municipalities, Industry, and public sector organizations. We take pride in building lasting and collaborative relationships with our clients across Canada.

The Opportunity

Ballad is looking to hire a recent university graduate or someone with entry-level experience in a business or finance-related role to join our consulting team.
The ideal candidate for the Research Analyst (Finance) position must be motivated, forward-thinking, and educated to degree level. This individual will work in a fast-paced and creative environment, collaborating with the consulting team to provide services to clients across Canada.

This position takes place in-person in our downtown Edmonton office.

Key Responsibilities

Research and Analysis

• Utilize methodology and monitor data gathering processes (e.g. create surveys/interview questions, complete data entry, verify data quality).
• Accurately summarize and interpret both quantitative and qualitative data to identify trends, insights, themes, and recommendations.
• Synthesize and translate data into high-quality written reports, presentations, visuals, and strategic recommendations.

Project Planning and Delivery

• Liaise with clients regarding business opportunities when needed.
• Support new business development and proposal writing under tight deadlines.
• Collaborate with the consulting team to execute all project phases including project design, planning, communications, reporting, and monitoring activities.
• Build rapport with internal and external contacts, partners, and clients through transparent and genuine communication.
• Conduct interviews with project stakeholders, including but not limited to business owners, community leaders, and Indigenous rights holders.
• Support, if necessary, projects or streams of large projects involving engagement and community development.
• Maintain and update documentation such as meeting minutes, contact lists, engagement summaries, transcripts, and databases.
• Writing and designing project deliverables, including reports and presentations.
• Support engagement activities by taking an active role in facilitation, note-taking, etc.

Other duties as assigned.

Essential:

• A post-secondary degree or equivalent (Bachelor of Commerce is preferred).
• Strong writing skills acquired through academic and/or professional experience and demonstrated in a writing sample.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficient in Microsoft office suite.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional weekends and/or evenings and willingness to travel to rural and remote communities.
• Demonstrated understanding of consulting practice with the ability to deliver high-quality work on time and within budget.

Assets:

• Educated to master’s level.
• Advanced knowledge in excel.
• Financial modelling expertise.
• Experience in a research-related role.
• Understanding of Indigenous Peoples, protocols, and history or willingness to pursue cultural awareness education to that end.
• Comfortable working with Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Canva, and/or similar.
• Valid driver’s license.