Research Associate

Kaizen Firm; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the MENA region is seeking a Research Associate to conduct extensive research and analysis on companies and industries. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Business Studies and 0-2 years of relevant experience. Key responsibilities include gathering data from credible sources, preparing detailed reports, and collaborating with teams. This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with strong career growth potential.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in research or related fields is required.
• Experience in research, KPOs, banks, or publications is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct extensive research on companies and industries.
• Analyze information from various credible sources.
• Prepare comprehensive reports detailing company profiles.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Research capabilities

MS Office Suite

Time management

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Studies

Job description

Job Description

About Us

Kaizen is the Number 1 Recruitment Leader in the MENA region and works on placing high-caliber professionals in prominent and lucrative roles across the Middle East & and GCC.

The Client

Established in 1841 is the world’s leading source of business information and insights, enabling companies to Decide with Confidence® it is responsible business in 64 countries across the Middle East, South Asia, Africa, and the Indian Ocean / Pacific Islands regions.

Research Associate

Job Location

This position will be based out of (Riyadh, KSA) and may involve traveling across the regions covered by D&B SAME.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conducting extensive research on companies and industries to gather relevant and insightful data.
• Identifying, extracting, and analyzing information from diverse and credible sources.
• Conducting interviews with companies and other organizations to collect accurate and comprehensive information.
• Ensuring timely and accurate data collection in alignment with research guidelines and standards.
• Providing in-depth coverage of company profiles, ensuring thorough and detailed analysis.
• Preparing comprehensive reports and documents that detail company profiles and industry insights.
• Meeting research targets as assigned by the team lead, consistently delivering high-quality results.
• Offering proactive support for internal initiatives and collaborating with different departments as needed.
• Taking full ownership of assigned tasks and projects, ensuring accountability and quality.
• Organizing, storing, and analysing data efficiently, with a strong emphasis on security and confidentiality.

Required Skills & Personal Attributes

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, particularly in questioning and listening.
• Strong analytical and research capabilities with a keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, MS Project, Visio, etc.).
• Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure, timeline-driven environment.
• Exceptional time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Self-driven, highly motivated, and energetic, with a positive 'can-do' attitude.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment with maturity and flexibility.
• Proactive in identifying opportunities to contribute to the firm’s goals and mission.
• Critical thinking skills to analyze complex issues and provide insightful solutions.
• Capability to manage multiple tasks and activities simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

Preferred Experience and Background

• 0-2 years of experience in research or related fields.
• Experience in research, KPOs, banks, or publications is advantageous.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Business Studies from a reputed institute.

Next steps

When you apply for this position, a consultant from Kaizen Firm will evaluate your resume for the role being posted in addition to considering you for other relevant positions as they become available that match your interests, expertise, and skill set. Your CV might be submitted into our protected applicant tracking system, but none of your information will ever be disclosed to another party without your permission. Through https : / / zcu.io / cNxP , you can browse a wide range of employment opportunities and apply your personal data rights at any time.