Research Assistant

Huntress; Essex; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Entry Level Research Assistant with a minimum 2:1 in a relevant degree, including International Relations or Economics. The role involves reviewing legislation, collecting data, and analyzing market trends. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential, alongside strong analytical capabilities. This hybrid position requires three days in the office and two days from home, starting January 2026. Shortlisting is immediate, so candidates must be ready to begin in January 2026.

Qualifications

• Must be able to compose policies with ease.
• Working knowledge of the legal aspects affecting policies.
• Good understanding of Data Analytics and Trends.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate legislation and policies.
• Collect data from company documents.
• Produce reports on qualitative and quantitative analysis.
• Analyse market trends.

Skills

Excellent written and spoken communication

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

2:1 or higher in a relevant degree

Master's degree in a related field

Job description

Research Assistant - Entry Level/Graduate Opportunity

My client is seeking a candidate with a 2:1 upwards within a relevant degree for the role - degrees including International Relations, Legal, Economics, Mathematics or similar. The successful candidate must be able to compose policies with ease - excellent written and spoken communication is required. This is a hybrid working position, working x 3 days in the office and x 2 from home.

Duties will include:

• Review and evaluate legislation and policies
• You will be responsible for collecting data from company documents and inputting information
• Having a good understanding of Data Analytics and Trends would be advantageous
• Must be able to stay motivated whilst undertaking methodical researching/data entry tasks
• Gather data and produce reports on the qualitative and quantitative analysis
• Analyse market trends

Candidate requirements:

• Master's degree in a related field preferred or 2:1 upwards within a relevant subject for the role - degrees including International Relations, Legal, Economics or similar
• Journalist exposure or experience would be an advantage
• Working knowledge of the legal aspects affecting policies
• Excellent understanding of the relevant industry and market conditions
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

January 2026 start, working Monday-Friday 9am-5pm until the end of May 2026. There may be the opportunity for the position to be extended or become permanent.

Must have own laptop and/or computer at home with a stable internet connection for your WFH days.

This is a hybrid working position, working x 3 days in the office and x 2 from home.

Office in Chelmsford - near train station, own transport not required.

Shortlisting immediately - Must be available to begin a new role in January 2026.

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