Research Analyst

Joele Frank is a leading strategic communications firm. From mergers and acquisitions to shareholder activism, to crisis communications and other high-stakes situations that make headlines – we help our clients communicate effectively with their stakeholders when it matters most.

We are seeking a Research Analyst to support a high-performing research function that delivers accurate, timely, and actionable insights. You will help uncover and synthesize information across legal, financial, corporate, and media landscapes, transforming complex data into concise deliverables for internal stakeholders and client teams. This role is ideal for an intellectually curious researcher who enjoys problem-solving, writing, and working in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment. You will conduct both qualitative and quantitative research for internal stakeholders and clients across numerous industries.

Core Responsibilities include

Research Execution and Insights Delivery

• Execute on-demand research requests across legal, financial, corporate, and media landscapes using specialized databases, company filings, traditional media, social media, broadcast coverage, litigation, analyst reports, and vetted open-source online resources.
• Synthesize complex findings into clear, concise, and actionable PowerPoint presentations, Word memos, summaries, briefs, profiles, and backgrounders tailored to audiences including internal teams, senior firm leadership, and external client stakeholders.
• Conduct research on ad hoc topics including market activity, company analysis, investor behavior, legal/banking trends, transactions, and shareholder activism/short selling for both internal audiences and external thought leadership
• Support the creation, maintenance, and improvement of templates and standardized internal/client-facing deliverables.
• Select and summarize relevant content for internal newsletters and research updates.

Operational Support and Knowledge Management

• Take part in managing the Research Team queue, prioritizing competing deadlines, and meeting turnaround expectations in a high-volume, client-service environment.
• Maintain and update internal databases, trackers, dashboards, and knowledge repositories, including SharePoint.
• Contribute to the accuracy, consistency, and accessibility of internal information sources.
• Support process enhancements that improve efficiency, reliability, and overall quality of research outputs.
• Develop/support internal and external marketing efforts for the Research team.

Tools, Platforms, and Vendor Support

• Use established research tools and platforms to gather information efficiently and effectively.
• Assist with platform demonstrations, training sessions, and onboarding for colleagues who require support with research resources.
• Participate in the evaluation of existing and potential vendors by identifying gaps, redundancies, and opportunities for improved cost efficiency and capabilities.

Innovation and AI-Enabled Research

• Identify opportunities to use responsible AI-enabled tools for summarization, alerting, and pattern recognition in order to enhance research speed and output quality.
• Explore creative use cases for AI including but not limited to automating internal administrative processes to more efficiently completing research requests for stakeholders.
• Remain aware of evolving research technologies and propose practical ideas that can support the team’s performance, accuracy, and operational effectiveness.

• BA/BS degree required.
• 2–5+ years of experience in research, business intelligence, or market insights within an information-rich environment such as strategic communications, financial services, consulting, legal, regulatory, or media.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex information and translate findings into clear, actionable insights for diverse audiences.
• Strong written communication skills, including the ability to craft concise, well-structured summaries, profiles, and research briefs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (including basic data visualization, formulas, pivot tables, and conditional formatting), Microsoft Word (including structured templates and macros), and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with secondary research methods and sources commonly used in professional services, including financial filings, media databases, and industry reports.
• High attention to detail, sound judgment when prioritizing multiple deadlines, and a strong commitment to accuracy and reliability.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced, high-performing team.
• Intellectual curiosity, willingness to learn new tools and methodologies, and interest in applying information to support strategic decisions.
• Experience with or interest in learning platforms such as Factiva, AlphaSense, Bloomberg, FactSet, LSEG Workspace, S&P Capital IQ, Mergermarket, The Deal, Quid/NetBase, Pulsar, Meltwater, Critical Mention, Intelligize, IR Insight, Octus, and similar research resources as well as general LLMs (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, CoPilot, among others).

Originally founded as a minority and women-owned business, Joele Frank values diversity and inclusion. All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. Joele Frank is an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V.