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WHERE YOU’LL FIT WITHIN THE TEAM
The Senior Specialist, Research and Data Services provides comprehensive research and Research and Data Services to consulting, practice area and business function staff. Frequently works as part of case teams to facilitate research planning, information management, training, and capture of research experience. The Senior Specialist may have specialized knowledge of resources in one of Bain’s Practice Areas.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Research
Conducts research for local and regional case teams, Practice Areas and client development utilizing electronic, print and other resources as assigned under the guidance of a Lead, Manager or Senior Manager
Provides filtered and well organized research results
May participate as a member of an Industry Team supporting cases, responds to requests from client teams; however, should also be proficient in conducting research in all areas of interest to Bain
Proactively works with Case Teams to understand the project context and specific information needs
May build industry and/or capability expertise by attending Practice Area meetings, industry conferences and regular reading of trade and internal publications
Solicits feedback from internal clients
Asset Building
Participates in or leads asset building including contributions to knowledge sharing and other projects as assigned
May participate as an active member of an Industry Team
Participates in ongoing product and service evaluations and resource development activities and participates in implementation as appropriate
Leads scheduled business research and just-in-time training staff at all levels
Administrative
Tracks personal research requests including cost recovery information
Participates in Research and Data Services marketing efforts
Proactively seeks opportunities to broaden and deepen skill set by participating in special projects
Processes invoices
ABOUT YOU
Education & Experience
Degree in Economics, Financial Services, or any other related field from an accredited university
3–5 years of experience conducting business research in a fast-paced consulting or professional services environment, with an understanding of data sets for one or more industries within a country (Financial Services, Tech/Telecom, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Private Equity, Health Care, or Other)
Experience with Factiva/news databases and other standard business research tools preferred
Skills & Competencies
Training and presentation skills
Fluent written and verbal communication skills in English and Spanish required