Research Assistant, fDi Markets (French Speaking)
Research Assistant, fDi Markets (French Speaking)
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Job Description
About Us
The Financial Times is one of the worlds leading news organisations globally recognised for its authority integrity and accuracy with a mission to deliver quality information and services worldwide.
At the FT curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Here youre given the chance to reach millions create work that matters and deliver impartial journalism in a polarised world.
In our warm collaborative culture youll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth career aspirations and wellbeing.
Your future at the FT will be filled with opportunities that challenge and inspire you. With no fixed path youll discover new skills and forge a career that can take you anywhere.
Build a newsworthy career at the FT.
Our Commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion
We believe in the power of unique perspectives and want all voices in our organisation to be heard respected and valued. A supportive workplace is one where employees feel they can be themselves and operate to their full potential. We are committed to removing barriers for everyone with a focus on addressing those faced by underrepresented groups.
The Role
FT Locations a division of the Financial Times delivers world-class intelligence on globalisation and foreign direct investment (FDI). Were looking for a French-speaking Research Assistant to join the fDi Markets team the worlds leading cross-border investment database. Youll play a key role in identifying tracking and inputting FDI projects into our database supporting global clients publications and internal teams.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct detailed web-based research to identify and verify inward investment projects
Enter and maintain accurate data in the fDi Markets database
Track trends in global FDI and support the internal Trend Tracker used by fDi Magazine
Research updates to existing projects including expansions closures and relocations
Identify potential investment leads and data for sales support
Contribute to the development of new data sources
Perform ad-hoc research and production tasks as required
Required Skills and Experience
A-Level or higher qualification in business economics or a related data discipline
Excellent reading proficiency in French
Proven research and analytical skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and manage priorities
Organised diligent and proactive
Desirable
Degree (2:1 or above) in business economics or a related field or equivalent
Additional language proficiency especially in other major European/world languages
Knowledge of economic globalisation and FDI
Prior experience with databases desk-based research or in a similar environment
Analytical writing and reporting experience
Whats in it for You
Our benefits vary by location but we are committed to providing best-in-class perks across all our offices. These include generous annual leave medical cover inclusive parental leave packages subsidised gym memberships and opportunities to give back to the community. Full details of our benefits are available here.
Weve embraced a 50% hybrid working model (averaging two to three days onsite) that fosters trust and remote adaptability while encouraging in-person camaraderie and peer learning. Additionally we are open to accommodating specific flexible working pattern requests for all roles where feasible.
Accessibility
We are a disability confident employer and Valuable 500 signatory. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments/personalisation as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview.
Further Information
At the FT we embrace innovation and the use of technology and appreciate that individuals may leverage AI tools as part of their job application process. Whilst we are happy for you to use AI to assist with your application it is essential that all information provided is authentic and accurately represents your skills experience and qualifications.
Candidates should be aware that the use of AI throughout the application process may be monitored to ensure a fair and transparent hiring process for all.
Employment Type
Full Time
