Data Analyst- Mergers & Acquisitions

Grade Level (for internal use): 07 The Team: 451 Research’s M&A Knowledgebase (MAKB) is the mergers and acquisitions database of 451 Research. 451 Research is a team of analysts focused on emerging and disruptive technologies and was acquired by S&P Global Market Intelligence in December 2019. The 451 MAKB team is seeking a detail-oriented and highly curious researcher to gather and process data and insight related to acquisition and funding of technology companies. The Impact: This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual who wishes to deepen his or her experience in finance/M&A and learn about the technology industry while working in a rapidly growing and client-facing division. In this role, you will be contributing to a highly popular M&A database used by 80% of active technology investment bankers and by many of the most active technology acquirers. As a Data Researcher, you will support the expansion, integrity and comprehensiveness of the database by utilizing external online research sources such as press releases, newswires, company websites and government & regulatory documents and internal sources to include, but not limited to, 451 analyst reports, CapIQ and Market Intelligence to collect, summarize, and synthesize meaningful information and enter it into the MAKB. What’s in it for you: The position offers tremendous potential for a person to learn about technology markets, startups, venture funding and mergers and acquisitions - and the ideal candidate would have a high degree of curiosity about these areas. The candidate should also have excellent interpersonal and online research skills, good writing skills and ability to write crisp and clear summaries of companies and their products and process transaction data. • You will work on a close-knit and positive global team • You will be working and contributing to a premium product, highly valued by clients • You will gain valuable insight on emerging technology and M&A trends • You will have room for advancement and personal development. Responsibilities: • Process data and apply it in an accurate manner to the database using 451 Research standards • Source and validate announced transactions for determination of coverage from data derived     from multiple sources • Good understanding of public and private company financial data • Deliver on pre-defined daily deal entry deadlines for newsletter publishing with quality and efficiency • Build industry knowledge by understanding industry technology and M&A trends • Provides input and ideas for new and optimized methods and improvements related to the daily   workflow • Troubleshoot problems or issues and provide support to the team What We’re Looking For: • Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy • High level of organization and self-direction • Excellent online research capabilities • Excellent written communications skills • Strong desire to learn more about technology and finance • Should be willing to work in rotational and later shifts as you will be working with a team also    located in the United States Basic Qualifications: • Academic Qualifications – Bachelor’s/Master’s degree or equivalent; an advanced degree in a   related field is welcome Preferred Qualifications: • Prior experience related to technology and/or finance research is a plus • Proficiency in using MS Office, PathFinder and Celsus is helpful What’s In It For You?

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