Industry: Bank/Finance
Location: New York, NY
Salary: $30-40/hour
Visa Sponsor: No
Language: English: Business Level, Japanese: Business Level
Detail: Japanese financial company seeks a Research Assistant in NYC.
Job Description
Position: Research Assistant (Temporary) — Research Team
Industry: Financial Services
Location: New York, NY
Salary: $30–40 per hour (commensurate with experience)
Term: 6–12 months
Visa sponsorship: Not available
Languages: Business-level English and Japanese required
Work hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Work arrangement: Hybrid. New hires are required to attend the office daily for the initial few months for training.
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Company Overview
Our client is a global financial services firm headquartered in New York. The company provides a wide range of financial products and services, including equity and fixed income trading, financial derivatives, and investment banking services for institutional clients worldwide.
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Position Summary
The primary responsibility of this role is to prepare and produce English-language research reports using Microsoft Word and Excel, and distribute them through internal systems.
The role requires close coordination with global teams across multiple time zones, making responsiveness, accuracy, and teamwork essential.
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Key Responsibilities
Regulatory Compliance
• Ensure that all research publications comply with relevant regulations and internal standards.
Quality Assurance
• Maintain internal standards for quality and formatting of research materials.
Technology Utilization
• Utilize desktop publishing tools and digital platforms to produce and distribute research products efficiently.
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Skills & Qualifications
Technical Skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), including formatting and editorial features.
• Ability to manage high volumes of communication using collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams and Outlook.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new internal systems and troubleshoot technical issues.
Attention to Detail
• Strong commitment to accuracy and adherence to internal style guidelines and regulatory requirements.
Language & Communication
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Japanese.
• Experience in translation, editing, and proofreading of technical or financial materials preferred.
• Ability to clearly communicate complex information across cross-functional teams.
• Experience working in Japan or with Japanese companies, and familiarity with financial terminology, is a plus.
Professional Attributes
• Proactive and eager to learn new skills and responsibilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong collaboration skills within multicultural teams.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned tasks.
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Essential Duties
Document Management
• Prepare and format research reports in English, including complex tables and charts.
• Review translated materials for accuracy, consistency, and adherence to internal guidelines.
Communication & Coordination
• Communicate with global teams to ensure timely publication of research materials.
• Coordinate with translators, analysts, and other team members.
Research Publication Support
• Produce and distribute stock reports, newsletters, and research materials in both English and Japanese.
• Manage outsourced workflow requests and perform administrative tasks related to research production.
