Data Researcher

Overview Innisfree M&A Incorporated is the premier high-stakes shareholder engagement firm. We deliver shareholder intelligence, strategic advice and proxy solicitation services to the world’s leading corporations and investors when it matters most. Our proprietary ActiveIQ™ methodology sets us apart from traditional proxy solicitation and stockwatch firms, going far beyond simply tracking activity in a company’s stock to providing critical information, best-in-class analytics and actionable recommendations to our clients. We provide expert advice on a wide range of matters, including investor relations, shareholder activism, executive compensation proposals, and corporate governance issues. Our track record in major corporate campaigns is unrivaled: we are the crisis-proven experts. Rankings: Bloomberg Activism Scorecard: Top Global Proxy Solicitation Firm by Company Representations – 2025, for eighth consecutive year 13D Monitor Qualitative League Table: Most Respected Proxy Solicitor – 2025 LSEG Activism League Global Rankings: #1 Proxy Solicitor – 2025 Corporate Control Alert: #1 Proxy Solicitor in M&A deals with a value of $100 million or more – 2024 Diligent Market Intelligence Shareholder Activism Annual Review: Top Proxy Solicitation Firm by Total Company Representations – 2017-2023 Why Join Us If you’re insightful, savvy, creative, dedicated, skillful and frank, you’ll thrive on our team of dedicated and collegial professionals. You’ll play a critical role in prominent corporate and financial events, from complex mergers to ESG-fueled activist campaigns to contested situations. You’ll support and guide our clients through all aspects of successful shareholder engagements. Every day, you’ll master new challenges with diverse opportunities for continuous learning. When you join Innisfree M&A, you’ll have: Shared commitment to excellence Highly competitive compensation Mentorship and support Variety in your workday Chance to make a direct impact A team that cares about your development and well-being Top-flight benefits, including 100% employer-paid medical/dental/disability/life insurance, generous time off, paid parental leave and 401(k) plan with profit-sharing Data Researcher Overview As a Data Researcher, you’ll work closely with Innisfree’s various datasets to help maintain quality, improve efficiency, and identify areas of opportunity. You’ll become a subject matter expert on the internal data structure and data flows, work with data vendors to maintain current relationships, and support the different teams at Innisfree with their data-related requests. Requirements Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Finance, Statistics, Computer Science or related field Ability to analyze large, complex and dynamic data sets Understanding of the stock market, financial instruments and the investment process Understanding of stock valuation methods Experience working with SQL Server, or other relational databases Intermediary knowledge of the SQL language Ability to manage multiple projects and multiple project team requests Strong organizational and time management skills Self-direction and initiative Strong written and oral business communications skills Ability to work as a collaborative team member Technical analysis Advanced-level MS Office skills, including PowerPoint and Excel U.S. employment authorization without current or future need for sponsorship Other helpful background Experience using languages such as C#, VBA, or Python Related internship, industry or academic experience Experience working with financial data from sources such as Bloomberg and FactSet Accountabilities Develop a deep understanding of expected data behavior across different time periods, data transformations, and application views Proactively identify and resolve data discrepancies and data drift issues Validate outputs of SQL stored procedures and queries to ensure data accuracy and consistency Verify solutions and fixes in a QA environment prior to production releases Interface with both internal and external software developers to clarify requirements and validate new features and document findings Flexible, safe options for remote and on-site work At Innisfree, we deliver high-quality results for our clients while maintaining staff work/life balance and personal connections with colleagues. While the majority of work is done remotely, this is a hybrid position which will require on-site presence, in-person training, and collaboration with other team members on a regular basis. In addition, employees may be asked to attend client meetings, in-person team building exercises, and firm gatherings. Compensation A base salary will be offered commensurate with a candidate’s prior experience. Candidate will be eligible for the firm’s annual merit-based bonus program and will participate in its 100% employer-paid medical/dental/disability/life insurance plans and its discretionary profit-sharing 401(k) plan. Base Salary Range: $90,000-$130,000 Equal Employment Opportunity/Commitment to Diversity Innisfree is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Innisfree values inclusion of individuals of all different races, genders, gender expression, gender identities, sexual orientations, ages, and physical capabilities, in the belief that a culture of diversity will foster innovation, intelligence and imagination—and ultimately excellence—to the benefit of our employees, society and clients. #J-18808-Ljbffr