Data Research Analyst

Data Research Analyst:

Job Description: The Data Research Analyst will join a growing Data team and help guide all aspects of the data platform for industry data collected and analyzed. You will execute and continue to elevate a best-in-class research program that differentiates Dakota and drives a competitive advantage in the marketplace through market expertise, analysis and insight. The Analyst will be responsible for achieving data excellence and to enhance our offerings in the area of business intelligence.

Major Responsibilities

The Analyst will be expected to

  • Collect, aggregate, and input data on investment allocators and firms into our proprietary database
  • Research and document investment strategies, trends, and activities relevant to allocators and firm
  • Develop and refine processes to ensure data accuracy, completeness, and excellence within our proprietary database
  • Expand and enhance the research platform to provide deeper insights into market trends through accurate data collection and analysis
  • Collaborate with the sales, product, and marketing teams to resolve data-related issues and continuously improve the database
  • Assist in ad-hoc data projects, including investment trend research and allocator strategy analysis

Skills and Experience

The Analyst at minimum should:

  • Strong organizational, data collection and validation skills
  • High level analytical skills and problem-solving ability and written and oral communication skills
  • Proficient in advanced internet research, strong online information gathering skills
  • Ability to professionally meet client expectations and positively represent the firm
  • Ability to multi-task and effectively manage time
  • Proactive and strategic thinker with ability to align research with the business needs
  • Command of requisite technology including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word and database systems
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, economics or related field
  • 1+ years experience in Data Research Analyst role
  • Investment industry experience preferred
  • Motivated self-starter with a desire to succeed and contribute to the success of a team

Company Overview:
Dakota is a leading innovator in the investment management industry, renowned for our dynamic growth and commitment to excellence. At the heart of our success is Dakota Marketplace, an all-in-one solution that provides investment sales teams with complete and accurate data to help accelerate their fundraising efforts. Located in Philadelphia, we pride ourselves on a unique culture driven by our Core Values, which are integral to our operations and team dynamics.

About Dakota:

Dakota Marketplace is the leading intelligence platform on Institutional and RIA data. Our platform is used by hundreds of investment firms to enable their sales teams with the most up-to-date and accurate data on their prospects. We are a rapidly growing startup company that has grown to ~$10MMM in ARR in just 4 years. We are looking to add a new team member to our team located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Our Core Values are:

  • Know Who to Call On
  • Be a Master Messenger
  • Have a KILLER Follow up System
  • Focus on What Matters Most
  • Walk the 8 Feet
  • Don’t Go Cowboy
  • ASK

Dakota has been on a mission to create a culture that combines a heavy growth mindset while always being kind to your teammates. We have a “family-first” culture, which means make your kids events, all of them. We treat one another with respect and as adults where we do not have a T&E policy or vacation policy. Take the time you want. If our Culture and Core Values speak to you, then you will be a great fit with the Dakota team!

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