Investment Research Analyst

TEEMA Solutions Group; New York (NY); Remote; USD 68,880 - 275,520; Part time

Job summary

A private capital ecosystem provider is seeking Investment Research Analysts to engage in high-quality research and analysis for private equity and venture investments. As certified independent contractors, analysts can earn immediately by participating in live transactions, contingent upon certification. Roles are based on credit scores ranging from entry-level up to senior positions, with pay ranging from $50 to $200 per hour, reflecting experience and performance. Immediate earning potential and a structured growth path are offered.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated capability in investment research and analytical work.
• Strong technical and research performance.
• Prior experience in finance-related fields.

Responsibilities

• Support private equity, venture, and special situation investments through research and analysis.
• Engage in modeling and valuation tasks.
• Build a verified deal history and Analyst Rating Score.

Skills

Research and Analysis

Modeling

Valuation

Education

Active professional credential (CFA, CPA, etc.)

Job description

Certified Contractor Roles: Senior · Lead · Analyst
Initio Sphere — Private Capital Ecosystem
https://initiosphere.org

Compensation
$50–$200/hour (based on Analyst Rating Score, credentials, and approvals)

About Initio Sphere

Initio Sphere is a full-service private capital ecosystem where capital meets talent. We support fund managers, investors, operators, and finance professionals across private markets by integrating deal flow, analyst talent, investor relations, training, and job placement into a single institutional platform.

Our mission is to create real opportunity, verified credibility, and immediate earning potential for serious private capital professionals. Investment Research Analysts do not wait months for placement—once certified, they can begin earning income immediately by supporting live transactions across the network.

Role Overview

Initio Sphere is onboarding Investment Research Analysts to support private equity, venture, real assets, and special situation investments through high-quality research, modeling, valuation, and diligence work.

This is not a traditional employment role. Analysts operate as certified independent contractors and are activated through a structured certification and verification process.

Once approved, Investment Research Analysts:

• Are promoted within the Initio Sphere platform
• Gain access to paid research and analytical engagements tied to live deals
• Support investors, fund managers, and operators on real transactions
• Build a verified deal history and Analyst Rating Score
• Progress through certification tiers: Senior Analyst · Lead Analyst · Analyst / Associate Analyst

Senior Investment Research Analyst

Rating Score: 90–100

Pay: $150–$200/hour

Typical Background: Former investment banking, private equity, venture capital, senior consulting, or development professionals with 5+ years of experience

Lead Investment Research Analyst

Rating Score: 80–89

Pay: $100–$150/hour

Typical Background: Finance professionals with 3–5 years of transaction, modeling, or research experience

Investment Research Analyst / Associate

Rating Score: 60–79

Pay: $50–$100/hour

Typical Background: Entry- to mid-level analysts with strong technical and research performance

What You’ll Do (Approval-Based)

Depending on certification level and category approvals, Investment Research Analysts may be engaged for:

• Investment Research, Modeling & Valuation
• Commercial real estate underwriting models
• DCF, LBO, and return analysis
• Sensitivity and scenario analysis
• Comparable company and precedent transaction analysis
• Football field valuation summaries
• Quality of Earnings (QoE) analysis
• Commercial, market, and operational diligence
• Risk identification and downside analysis
• Investment memo and IC materials support

Analysts may only perform work in approved categories. Approvals are earned through demonstrated capability and performance—not tenure.

How Analysts Start Earning

Complete the Analyst Certification Assessment or approved Initio Sphere training

Get verified and promoted on the platform

Begin earning immediately through hourly research projects and live deal work

There is no cold applying and no unpaid “experience.” Verified analysts are actively matched with investors and deal sponsors.

To qualify, candidates must meet at least one of the following:

• Score ≥70% in at least one category of the Analyst Certification Assessment
• Complete Initio Sphere Financial Training
• Hold an active professional credential (CFA, CPA, Series 7, 63, 79, or equivalent)

Analyst Rating Score

Each Investment Research Analyst receives a 0–100 Analyst Rating Score, which determines:

• Platform visibility and deal access
• Approved analytical work categories
• Recommended hourly compensation
• Scores are updated based on work quality, consistency, and sponsor feedback.

Compensation & Deal Terms

Analysts are independent contractors, not employees

Hourly rates determined by Rating Score and approval level

Analysts may earn up to 10% of the first $100,000 in transaction fees

Maximum deal-based earning: $2,500 per transaction

Payments issued only after successful deal completion and fee collection

Initio Sphere reserves the right to revoke approvals for quality or compliance issues

Compliance Notice

Provide investment advice

Solicit securities

Represent Initio Sphere in a regulated capacity

All work is limited to research, analytical, diligence, and financial support functions and must comply with applicable securities laws.

Why Join Initio Sphere

Immediate earning potential once certified

Exposure to real deals—not simulations or case studies

Platform-driven credibility and analyst promotion

Long-term upside through deal experience and network growth

A single ecosystem for research, career advancement, and private capital access