Analyst, People and Market Research

SPMB Executive Search

. Develop research strategies and draft reports documenting targeted industries and companies .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeUnited StatesJunior💰 $70,000 - $75,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in research strategy development, leveraging large language models for industry analysis, and synthesizing business insights. Proficient in prompt engineering and managing multiple projects while ensuring high-quality data capture and communication.

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Large Language Model UtilizationPrompt EngineeringBusiness Research ProficiencyProject Management CapabilityStrategic Communication

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Hard Skills

Research Strategy DevelopmentData AnalysisIndustry AnalysisExecutive SearchSynthesis of Business Research

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationIntellectual CuriosityTeam OrientationOwnership MentalityGrit

Tools & Technologies

ChatGPTGeminiPitchBookCrunchbase

Industry Keywords

ConsultingProfessional ServicesVenture CapitalPrivate EquityPublic Company Ecosystems

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop research strategies and draft reports documenting targeted industries and companies
Drive research efforts to identify high-quality executives and ensure strong candidate flow
Use large language models to analyze industries, market segments, and competitive landscapes
Design AI prompts to extract strategic insights on industries, companies, and executives
Understand functional breakdowns and roles within executive structures
Speak strategically and intelligently about clients across various industries
Act as a domain expert in researched markets and verticals
Contribute to the firm’s overall research strategy and industry knowledge
Ensure accurate data capture and quality of candidate, company, and search records in SPMB databases
Collaborate with experienced search professionals and engage with senior executives, founders, and investors across venture capital, private equity, and public company ecosystems

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum one year experience in a consulting, professional services or sales environment
Experience leveraging LLMs like ChatGPT or Gemini for strategic and tactical research on complex projects
Proficiency in prompt engineering and AI-assisted tools
Experience managing multiple projects with competing deadlines and working with individuals who have differing styles
Familiarity with business research resources like PitchBook and Crunchbase
Bachelor’s degree required
Business research internships are a plus
Project management capability
Ability to synthesize business research and provide a succinct, accurate point of view
Ability to make inferential leaps despite incomplete or ambiguous information
Clear, precise, purposeful communication adapted to the audience and situation
Initiative, ownership mentality, grit, team orientation, intellectual curiosity, quick learning, and alignment with the firm’s core values and purpose

Benefits

Comp & perks

Per-search performance bonus
Continuous learning opportunities