Research Administrator
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Position Overview & Specifications
The role of Research Administrator, is hugely important to the overall success of our business, and provides the foundations to all our deals.
Your role will involve:
Managing a fast-paced, high-traffic inbox, working to a set process, with speed, accuracy and efficiency.- Registering new interest in acquisition opportunities and communicating this interest to the rest of the team, via e-mail.
- Data entry and imputing data into our new in-house CRM system.
- Liaising with interested parties (via e-mail) to obtain information regarding funding capability.
- Communicating with our clients (online / via e-mail) regarding interest received for their businesses and releasing confidential documents to potential acquirers.
This is quite a unique role and whilst we do not look for particular experience, there are certain qualities which are important. These are:
Confident administration / data input / data entry experience.- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel.
- Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy is required as you will be handling confidential information.
- Excellent time and resource management skills to be utilised in a deadline-orientated environment.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills, both written and verbal.
We would expect the suitable candidate to come into the office (our HQ is in Bolton) for an initial period of 2 weeks. After this time, we would set you up to work from home.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Business Consulting
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Research Administrator roles across KBS Corporate Finance's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Business Consulting.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £18,000 - £20,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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