Analyst, Private Equity

• Participate in kick-off meetings with Associates and Consultants to assist in development of project strategy.
• At the outset of each project, develop a solid understanding of the client or target asset's industry including specific information regarding the investor's "value creation plan," industry trends, company performance, company size, etc. Synthesize information accurately and use to inform more targeted research and client deliverables.
• Develop prep documentation with key talking points and insights for teams to reference during client calls.
• Maintain current awareness of news and issues associated with sector of focus, key clients, active engagements and market opportunities; share that gained information and knowledge in a timely way with relevant Associates, Consultants and Executive Assistants.
• Conduct in-depth assignment research to develop target lists and create talent mappings, working in close partnership with your associate. Contribute to long list creation by leveraging internal and external databases to provide commentary on potential candidates. Ensure company target lists and executive profiles are tailored to meet the needs of the unique client situation and project context.
• Develop industry and/or functional expertise by maintaining an awareness of industry trends and "best in class" leaders/future leaders.
• Develop comprehensive understanding of the private equity investment life cycle, including key terms and considerations that enable teams to better customize client deliverables.
• Contribute to business development efforts on an ad hoc basis including proactive research and pitch support.

• Recent university graduate; or up to two years of business experience in a relevant professional services environment
• Strong academic performance is required (3.4+ GPA); while all majors are welcome, some exposure to business or talent / leadership (whether through degrees or internship / job experience) are preferred
• Well-roundedness demonstrated through leadership experience in internships, work experience, community service, athletics, or roles in student-led organizations
• Advanced research, analysis, and synthesis skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Self-directed and proactive in nature; resourceful, team-oriented, and tenacious
• Proficient with MS Office applications (PowerPoint, Excel and Word)
• In possession of work authorizations necessary for the country in which you are applying

• Provide accurate and timely research information about executives, organizations, markets, or other relevant sectors.
• Take ownership of the project by doing what is needed at all phases of the research process. Anticipate next steps, and not wait to be told what to do.
• Regularly reassess priorities to align resources where/when needed and proactively reprioritize own workload to provide additional support to assignment team where/when needed.
• Deliver on commitments on-time or notify as early as possible if problems occur or deadlines will slip.

• Listen and ask insightful questions.
• Leverage knowledge of an industry/function/sector and appropriate resources to gather relevant information.
• Subject researched facts to extensive analysis and interpretation before drawing conclusions.
• Make inferential leaps in thinking to reach a solution despite incomplete or ambiguous information.
• Make decisions rapidly, despite the complexity of the issues or pressures involved.
• Use effective business writing skills to create succinct, client-ready analyses and document information in Firm databases.

• Listen and ask questions to clarify understanding and demonstrate knowledge.
• Place team goals ahead of individual goals.
• Consider the needs of colleagues and adapt own communication style accordingly.
• Set expectations and clarify tasks to avoid wasting time and resources.
• Offer to work outside areas of responsibility when needed.
• Raise issues early and finding solutions collaboratively.
• Remain poised when under pressure or handling unexpected challenges.
• Proactively shares information with those who would benefit while being discreet.

• Identify executive movements in the market and update Quest (ideally in real time) and colleagues.
• Genuine interest in/curiosity about people and businesses; actively builds personal awareness and team knowledge around the marketplace and the ecosystem of critical influencers and key agents.
• Understand how to identify and navigate the various relevant sources available (Quest, Capital IQ, D&B Hoovers, BoardEx, LinkedIn, etc.), as well as key people, leveraging both internal and external content and networks to drive distinct and unique insights and outcomes.

• Seek and be open to feedback from colleagues, place value on self-development efforts, seek opportunities for growth.
• Is self-aware and open to changing one's own behavior.

• Accept others' opinions and encourage teamwork.
• Is inclusive. Bring cultural awareness and sensitivity to each interaction with colleagues.
• Participate and contribute to internal activities; engage with office and practice.
• Represent Spencer Stuart well by speaking positively about the Firm and align behavior to Firm values.
• Conduct themselves in a way that is consistent with the Firm's values.

• Retirement savings plan with discretionary profit sharing contribution and employer match;
• PTO (minimum 15 days per year, increases with tenure), paid sick time (10 days per year), company holidays (12 days per year), and paid leaves of absence when applicable;
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, and healthcare flexible spending account;
• Life Insurance, and short-term and long-term disability insurance;
• Wellness benefits, including an employee assistance program, virtual mental health program, and mindfulness program; and
• Voluntary benefit options, including supplemental life insurance, identity theft protection, and whole life insurance with long-term care and critical illness coverage.

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