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Lets be #BrilliantTogetherCompany OverviewRainmaker Information forms part of the ISS Market Intelligence (ISS MI) division of ISS. ISS Market Intelligence provides research and data services to financial institutions, life insurers, asset managers and institutional investors. Individual business units within ISS MI focus on the American, European, Asian, Australian and Canadian wealth management business.ISS MIs mission is to empower the wealth management and life insurance community to prosper and grow by providing unique information, business intelligence and actionable insights. To this end, we specialise in the fact-based measurement and analysis of the wealth management, retirement and life insurance industries. We focus on competitive intelligence, analysis of key trends and market measurements to create the most accurate information possible for our clients.Our clients comprise most major financial companies including asset managers, banks, wealth managers, life insurers, regulators, and industry associations. ISS MI, through its different units, provides advice and decision-making support to managers and executives across multiple subsectors of the financial services industry. Our research teams engage with multiple levels within our client organisations, ranging from analysts to C-suite business leaders, both as part of our research processes and through numerous individual and group client interactions.We are a dynamic and intellectually curious team, with passion for identifying and forecasting trends in the financial services industry. Becoming part of ISS opens a world of opportunities in the form of diverse career pathways and of participation in our multiple centers of excellence in research and analytical insights.Responsibilities:The Research Analyst position represents an exciting opportunity to make a significant contribution to the thought leadership and intelligence capital of Rainmaker & ISS MI.The Research Analyst will be responsible for supporting a wide range of research projects representing client deliverables and developing new research initiatives in response to evolving market conditions. This role will require strong collaboration to achieve successful execution of research initiatives and leadership on specific projects after experience is gained in the role.Specifically, the Research Analyst is expected to:Assist in the timely delivery of existing ongoing research publications.Contribute to the process of creating new research content.Assist Sales team in identifying and scoping new opportunities.Engage with the team to refine and establish new research processes, methodologies and research formats to optimise the research workflow, the quality of research insights and their relevance to clients.Provide consulting and analytical support for recurring and new research projects.Demonstrate care, precision, diligence and thoughtfulness in the execution of research analytics, report production and verification processes.Pro-actively share knowledge and understanding of industry developments with team members, on a formal and informal basis.QualificationsThe Rainmaker Information environment is best suited to self-starting, highly motivated individuals who are able to deal with the pressures of team collaborating, learning/researching, developing analyses and delivering research outputs within specific timelines.Candidates should have:Tertiary qualification in mathematics/economics/statistics/finance.Preferably a minimum of 5 years experience in financial services with a focus on the wealth management industries, or experience with a market research firm or a consulting business active in the financial services industry. A longer track record is a plus.Understanding of life insurance products (Retail, Direct, Group), retirement products (superannuation, income stream/annuities) and managed investments.Familiarity with Australian financial regulators and financial market.Strong mathematical aptitude, analysis, forecasting/modelling skills.Strong communications skills both written and verbal.Excellent attention to detail.Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and conflicting demands.Knowledge of PC applications including spreadsheet and database analysis and proficient in standard office software and equipment.This position offers a hybrid work arrangement. To support a smooth transition, training and job onboarding may require additional time in the office. The hybrid schedule is subject to periodic review and may be adjusted based on operational needs.What you can expect from usOur people are the moving force behind ISS STOXX. We are dedicated to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry and empowering them with the resources and support to enhance their career, health, financial and personal well-being.We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. We are invested in our people and are working every day to ensure a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.Lets empower, collaborate, and inspire one another.Lets be #BrilliantTogether. #J-18808-Ljbffr