Lead Research / Assistant Research Manager

Job Overview :

This position is based in Chennai. The role will report to the Head of Operations, providing updates on progress and milestones.

Job Objective:

As an Assistant Research Manager, you will lead the content team, driving data-driven and analysis-rich deliverables aligned with business requirements. This role demands both thought leadership and subject matter expertise to ensure credibility and value at all stages. It also involves cross-border collaboration with leadership across the Data \& Operations team.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the content team based in Chennai
• Be a Subject Matter Expert in Credit Risk Management, including Ratings
• Regular Client engagement and advisory
• Handle multiple priorities simultaneously
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders in a professional and solution-oriented manner
• Contribute to content team initiatives and improvements
• Develop and optimize internal content processes and solutions
• Monitor market conditions and developments in the data and information landscape
• Collaborate with management to plan and execute yearly targets
• Ensure data quality, depth, and overall database hygiene
• Manage and be accountable for database administration
• Understand, document, and prioritize business requirements
• Ensure data security and confidentiality standards are upheld
• Coordinate with other content managers regionally
• Work with business stakeholders to identify opportunities for using data to drive solutions
• Collaborate with functional teams to implement models and monitor outcomes .

Required Skills \& Personal Attributes:

• Strong team management and leadership capabilities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Confident in presentations and message delivery
• Good negotiation, analytical, and research skills
• Strong attention to detail with timely execution
• High proficiency in MS Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, MS Project, Visio)
• Effective time management
• Self-motivated, energetic, with a ‘can-do’ attitude
• Adaptable to dynamic environments with maturity and flexibility
• Solid understanding of financial statement analysis and data interpretation
• Ability to manage pressure and multitask
• Fluency in English

Preferred Experience \& Background:

• Minimum of 7\+ years’ experience in research and team management
• Background in research, consultancy, or financial services
• Bachelor’s degree in business (Master’s degree is a plus)

Location: Chennai

Experience:

7years to 10years

Notice Period

:

Should be available to join within 15-45 days