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Junior Researcher Leeds (Hybrid)
Full-time Early Career Opportunity Competitive
Analytical. Curious. Organised. If that sounds like you wed love to hear from you.
At ORESA we help businesses grow by getting the right people in the right roles. Were an executive search and strategy consulting firm working with some of the UKs most ambitious retail consumer and technology companies from fast-growth disruptors to private equity-backed groups and family-owned businesses. Were also proud to be a certified B Corp balancing purpose and profit in everything we do.
Were looking for a Junior Researcher to join our close-knit team. This role is a mix of research data and project support perfect for someone who enjoys solving problems keeping things organised and producing high-quality work that supports decision-making at the highest level.
Why this role is unique:
An unparalleled opportunity to learn how businesses really work from inside the boardroom.
Operate in a fast-paced dynamic environment where no two days are the same.
Work directly with the CEO and senior consultants preparing note summaries insights and analysis that shape client decisions.
Develop sharp analytical research and reporting skills that will set you apart in any career.
Youll learn how senior leaders think about growth strategy and transformation.
Youll be part of a close-knit team where your work is visible and valued.
Important requirements:
Must be within 1 hours commute of Leeds (role is hybrid but office-based 3 days per week).
Must be proactive hardworking and willing to take ownership of tasks.
Applications must include a CV and a covering letter explaining your motivation for the role and how you meet the requirements.
Must have the right to work in the UK (we are unable to provide sponsorship for this role).
What youll be doing:
Preparing briefing materials for the CEO and consulting team.
Summarising client meetings and turning discussions into clear actionable insights.
Conducting research on companies sectors and senior individuals.
Building and maintaining key data sets including contact and activity records.
Analysing data (quantitative and qualitative)
Writing notes posts and reports
Supporting project delivery events and internal communication.
Using HubSpot LinkedIn and other databases/tools to keep information accurate and actionable.
What were looking for:
Degree or equivalent experience in business economics analytics or a related field.
Naturally curious with an intelligent problem-solving mindset.
Hyper-organised structured and motivated to deliver at pace.
Confidence with data analysis and building insights.
High attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.
Clear communication skills
High emotional intelligence and a lack of ego/humility are preferable
A positive mindset and willingness to learn we value people who are both diligent and good-humoured good eggs!
Benefits include:
Competitive salary bonus scheme.
23 days holiday bank holidays your birthday off.
Life assurance (4x base salary).
Wellbeing benefits: counselling 24/7 GP access health checks fitness/nutrition advice.
Volunteering leave and ORESA away days.
Paid professional memberships and development support.
To apply:
Please send your CV and covering letter to (marked for the attention of Jodi). Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.
Closing date: Tuesday 30th September 5pm.
Requirements
- Strong numeracy and attention to detail.
- Excel proficiency
- Analytical thinking ability to interpret data and spot trends.
- Communication skills turning analysis into clear insights.
- Teamwork & adaptability
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Intelligence Community Experience
- Python
- Spss
- Microsoft Word
- R
- Regression Analysis
- Windows
- Stata
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Data Modeling
- Writing Skills
