Research Execution Analyst

Bilingual OGiQ Research Analyst

Location: New York
Visa Sponsorship: Not Available

Timeline:

Summer 2026 graduates (or recent graduates) are eligible for immediate full-time start

Winter 2026 graduates may begin as summer interns, with the opportunity to convert to full-time

Overview

Options Group is a leading executive search firm specializing in financial services and capital markets. We are committed to developing top talent through structured training and hands-on experience—no prior industry background is required.

This hybrid role (~50% research execution / ~50% coordination & operations) offers full exposure to the executive search lifecycle. It is ideal for a highly organized, proactive individual eager to build industry knowledge and thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Key Responsibilities

Research & Execution

• Works with Options Group partners to successfully provide research requests.
• Helps leverage deep insights into the external business\talent landscape to build and drive effective executive search strategy (market research).
• Liaises with internal competitive intelligence team to provide clients with candidate identification, market mapping, or compensation metrics.
• Prepares business development materials/presentations on an as needed basis using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Adobe
• Pro/Nitro Pro 9, among other tools. Including but not limited to Status Reports, Bio Books and Business Overviews.
• Helps to collect & collate compensation information for individual searches and our year‐end compensation review.
• Maintains all pertinent data in OG Database.
• Updates OG Database with all market trends and industry moves reported in news publications.
• Works with internal competitive intelligence team to develop and enhance specific practice areas.

Search Process Management

• Support the full search lifecycle from kickoff through placement, including preparation of client materials (status reports, candidate write-ups, etc.) and coordination of interviews and stakeholder communication
• Maintain accurate, real-time data within internal systems and manage candidate pipelines across multiple searches
• Conduct market research and talent mapping to support search strategy
• Partner closely with senior consultants to execute priority searches

Requirements

• Financial services knowledge highly preferred.
• Bilingual: 
  - English (strong written and communication required)
  - Mandarin (reading required; speaking preferred) 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills 
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment 
• Demonstrated interest in financial markets, hedge funds, or capital markets 
• Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn 
• Willingness to provide occasional after-hours support across time zones 
• Ability to work effectively in a lean, entrepreneurial, and global environment.
• Must be able to multi‐task, handle pressure situations with calmness, and work in a collaborative environment.
• Direct and transparent approach to communication; strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Passion and tenacity for solving problems through creativity and resourcefulness; effective prioritizing.
• Must be self‐motivated.  High attention to detail with an organized mentality.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Outlook), LinkedIn, Bloomberg Terminal.