Research Manager - Maternity Cover

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading trade body in the UK private capital industry is seeking a Research Manager to cover maternity leave. The role involves analyzing sector trends, managing data for publications, and contributing to research reports. Opportunities for personal growth and training in data analysis tools are provided. Join a supportive environment with competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus

Holiday

Pension

Insurance

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills for handling complex data.
• Proficiency in Power BI, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Managing data collection and benchmarking for core publications.
• Analyzing datasets to identify trends and communicating insights.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Research Skills

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

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Research Manager - Maternity Cover, London

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Client:

British Private Equity and Venture Capital Association

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

15.05.2025

Expiry Date:

29.06.2025

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Job Description:

This role covers maternity leave for a key member of our research team. You will leverage your knowledge of the Private Capital industry to identify and report on sector trends, including deal activity, sustainability, and diversity. Responsibilities include:

• Managing data collection and benchmarking for core publications, such as the Report on Investment Activity, Performance Measurement Survey, and others.
• Developing expertise in BVCA’s data collection platform, working collaboratively with members, and ensuring data accuracy.
• Analyzing datasets to identify trends, generating statistics, and communicating insights to stakeholders.
• Understanding the PE/VC/private credit market through data review and qualification, supporting market penetration and membership efforts.
• Producing research reports, summaries, and working on ad hoc projects around topics like productivity, regional development, and the green transition.

The role offers opportunities to:

• Join the UK's leading private capital research team and engage with industry professionals.
• Contribute to industry-leading publications on deal activity, performance, sustainability, and diversity.
• Implement operational improvements and develop skills in data analysis tools like Power BI.
• Participate in training courses for personal growth.

Requirements

• Strong analytical skills for handling complex data.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, managing multiple projects and deadlines.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and research skills.
• Proficiency in Power BI, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
• Knowledge of economic, political trends, and UK private equity/venture capital markets, including financial metrics like multiples and IRRs.

Training provided:

• Access to BVCA’s private equity courses and on-the-job PowerBI coaching.

Interested even if you don’t meet all requirements? Apply anyway!

Why work for BVCA?

• Be part of the leading trade body supporting the UK private capital industry.
• Enjoy a friendly, supportive, and engaging work environment with social activities.
• Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits including holiday, pension, insurance, and professional development support.
• BVCA promotes an inclusive, merit-based environment for all employees.