Analyst – Financial Officer Practice
| Company | Spencer Stuart |
|---|---|
| Location | Washington, DC, USA |
| Salary | $65000 – $68000 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad, Junior |
Requirements
- Recent, or soon-to-be university graduate.
- Strong academic performance is required (3.4+ GPA) in any area of study.
- Advanced research, analysis, and synthesis skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Self-directed and proactive in nature; resourceful, team-oriented, and tenacious.
- Highly proficient with MS Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word).
- In possession of work authorizations necessary for the country in which you are applying.
Responsibilities
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of the client’s industry, including its value proposition, competitive landscape, strengths and weaknesses, stock performance, and employee count. Synthesize this information accurately for easy integration into clear, client-ready documents.
- Stay updated on news and issues related to key client engagements and market opportunities, sharing relevant information promptly with Associates, Consultants, and Executive Assistants.
- Assist in detailed industry talent mapping and proactively identify high-potential executives. Leverage internal and external databases to research and provide commentary on executives, as well as to track executive movements.
- Participate in kick-off meetings with Associates and Consultants to assist in the development of the search and research strategy. Directly assist Associates with search-related tasks, such as the development of a talent pipeline and target lists.
- Develop industry and/or functional expertise by staying informed of industry trends and identifying “best in class” leaders and leaders of the future.
Preferred Qualifications
- Self-directed and independent, demonstrating an exceptional ability to proactively identify and address the evolving needs of our practice.
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment characterized by high-volume, quick-turn tasks, seamlessly integrating client management with daily engagements to drive results.
- Insatiable curiosity and a passion for conducting research that tells a compelling story.
- Resilient and composed under pressure, skillfully juggling multiple priorities while showcasing an ownership mindset and unwavering results orientation.
- Ability to work independently, taking the initiative to drive projects forward.