Research Analyst

K3 Capital Group; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A business consultancy in Bolton is seeking a Research Analyst to identify potential buyers for client businesses. The successful candidate will conduct detailed research, communicate effectively, and build lasting relationships with decision-makers. The role offers hybrid working and flexible hours after probation. Ideal candidates are self-motivated with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

Hybrid Working

Flexible Core Hours Policy

Employee of the Month awards

Qualifications

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good problem solver who can think differently.

Responsibilities

• Conducting research into potential buyers.
• Identifying key contacts within businesses.
• Liaising with Buyers to understand acquisition preferences.

Skills

Self-motivation

Time management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Job description

Your role is crucial to the overall sales process and involves identifying and directly contacting potential buyers who may be interested in purchasing our Clients' business. We use a bespoke, state of the art system to scour industry specific data, financial information, geographical indicators etc with the aim of fulfilling our Clients' approved research strategy. To be successful as a Research Analyst in our Company, you will be able to take an imaginative approach to each business; thinking outside the box when it comes to finding less obvious potential buyers and successfully communicating the acquisitions' advantages. Over time, you will build lasting relationships with key decision makers in major organisations across the UK and potentially around the World. The successful candidate will receive full, ongoing training from an experienced team and will earn commission as deals complete with your buyers. We look for bright, intelligent people who have a curious mind and genuine interest in Data, Research and Analysis. You will be self-motivated, highly organised, process driven and able to work in a deadline driven environment.

Key Responsibilities Will Include

Responsibilities

• Conducting research into potential buyers.
• Carrying out research strategies.
• Identifying key contacts within these businesses.
• Independent Research and Outreach amongst our network of known contacts.
• Liaising with Buyers to understand what kind of businesses they are looking to acquire and match them with our clients.
• Liaising with Clients to gain approval on NDA (non-disclosure agreements) signed by potential purchasers.

Qualifications

• Self-motivation, self-discipline, good at time management.
• The ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment and meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good communication skills (written and oral).
• Good problem solver who can think differently and come up with innovative, creative solutions.

Benefits

• Hybrid Working (after successful probationary period).
• Flexible Core Hours Policy (after successful probationary period).
• Dress for your Diary.
• Regular Wellbeing Walks.
• Employee of the Month awards.
• Monthly Incentive rewards.