Financial Data Researcher – German Speaker - Alternate Investment Funds

JR United Kingdom; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm in the finance sector is seeking a motivated Financial Data Researcher who is fluent in German and English. This remote role, with an initial week of onsite training in London, offers a fantastic opportunity for recent graduates eager to launch their careers in finance and technology. The successful candidate will engage with fund managers, source critical financial data, and contribute to a dynamic team environment. With comprehensive training provided, this position is perfect for individuals passionate about alternative investment funds and financial markets, ready to make an impact in a leading organization.

Qualifications

• Fluency in both German and English is essential for this role.
• A degree in Finance or Economics is required.
• Experience in data research is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with fund managers and act as their primary contact.
• Source and validate financial data from market providers.
• Update and process data into the database with attention to deadlines.

Skills

Fluent in German

Fluent in English

Strong communication skills

Data research experience

Critical thinking

Project management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Master's degree in Economics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

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28.04.2025

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12.06.2025

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Job Description:

Our client, a global leader in the finance industry, is seeking a highly motivated German-speaking individual, fluent in English, to join their Alternate Investment Funds team. This is a 12-month temporary contract with an immediate start date. The role is remote with 1 week of onsite training in the City of London.

This opportunity is ideal for recent graduates aiming to start their careers in a leading organization within the technology and finance sectors. Successful candidates will receive comprehensive training and work in a dynamic environment. The role involves sourcing fund data from alternative investment fund managers, building relationships, and acting as a liaison between fund managers and the client’s internal data teams.

The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills, the ability to manage financial data processes, and a keen interest in alternative investment funds and financial markets.

Responsibilities:

• Building relationships with fund managers and acting as their primary contact
• Liaising between fund managers and internal data/technical teams
• Sourcing and validating financial data from market providers
• Updating and processing data into the database with attention to deadlines
• Applying problem-solving skills to improve processes and software
• Taking ownership and proactively managing responsibilities

Requirements:

• Fluency in German and English is mandatory
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, or equivalent experience
• Experience in data research and sourcing information from public sources
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of and experience with Alternative Investment Funds and financial markets
• Critical thinking and process improvement examples
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects under tight deadlines
• Effective project management and prioritization skills in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially in client-facing situations
• Ability to interact professionally with leading finance experts
• Strong attention to detail

Note: Only successful applicants will be contacted for interviews.

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