Graduate Equity Research Analyst - 6-Month Rotational Programme

targetjobs UK; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research firm in Glasgow is seeking a Graduate Analyst for a 6-month paid program. The role provides hands-on exposure to investment research, working closely with senior analysts. Responsibilities include designing surveys, conducting expert calls, and analyzing data. Ideal for final-year students or recent graduates with strong communication skills eager to learn about investment processes. This position offers competitive pay, performance bonuses, and a flexible hybrid working model.

Benefits

Full medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible hybrid working — 3 days from home, 2 in office

Study support for qualifications like the CFA

Access to mentorship and training

Team socials and networking events

Qualifications

• Be a final-year student or recent graduate (any subject welcome).
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Intellectually curious and commercially aware.

Responsibilities

• Design targeted surveys and expert interview guides.
• Conduct and moderate expert calls.
• Help analyze survey data to extract insights.
• Summarize key takeaways into actionable insights.
• Assist in building investment briefs.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Intellectually curious

Commercially aware

Ability to thrive in fast-paced environment

Enjoy speaking to people

Education

Final-year student or recent graduate

Job description

About The Company

Woozle Research is offering a 6-month paid graduate programme for future investment researchers looking to fast‑track their careers. You’ll rotate across our two core research teams:

• Custom Insights Team — Design bespoke B2B and B2C surveys, conduct expert interviews, and build actionable insights.
• Expert Connections Team — Organize and moderate 1:1 calls and expert panels to support live client mandates.

You’ll gain hands‑on exposure to multiple methodologies, sectors, and client types, including hedge funds, private equity, and consulting firms. This is a rare opportunity to learn directly from senior investment professionals, contribute to live projects, and build a network in the investment world.

About The Role

As a Graduate Analyst, you’ll be trained and supported to:

• Design and refine targeted surveys and expert interview guides based on real investor questions.
• Conduct and moderate expert calls with subject‑matter specialists across industries.
• Help analyse B2B and B2C survey data to extract patterns, red flags, and investment signals.
• Summarise key takeaways from expert calls and surveys into clear, actionable insight.
• Assist in building short, punchy investment briefs used by hedge funds and private equity teams.
• Collaborate closely with senior analysts to support live client research mandates.
• Join internal research huddles to discuss trends, risks, and new areas of interest.
• Receive structured mentorship, performance feedback, and ongoing learning support.

Qualifications

• Be a final‑year student or recent graduate (any subject welcome).

Required Skills

• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Intellectually curious and commercially aware.
• Work well in a fast‑paced, feedback‑rich environment.
• Enjoy speaking to people and extracting insights.
• Thrive in a meritocratic, entrepreneurial culture.
• Be excited about learning how investment decisions are made.

Pay Range and Compensation Package

• £26,000 pro‑rata salary + performance‑based annual bonuses.
• Monthly & ad‑hoc micro‑bonuses to recognise standout contributions.
• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible hybrid working — 3 days from home, 2 in our Glasgow HQ.
• Study support for qualifications like the CFA, plus learning stipends.
• A clear path to a full‑time offer and long‑term equity research career.
• Access to world‑class training, live mentorship, and structured feedback.
• Real exposure to global hedge funds, PE, and consulting firms.
• Work on meaningful projects from day one — your insight matters.
• Culture of radical transparency, meritocracy, and continuous learning.
• Peer recognition programmes and regular team shout‑outs.
• Team socials, networking events, and funded outings.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Woozle Research is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.