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Due to business growth we have a brand new opportunity as a Team Leader, to take responsibility for the people management and performance oversight of a team of 20 Research Analysts within our Mergers & Acquisitions Research Department. This role is not a technical research position, but a leadership role focused on driving team performance, development and engagement.



The ideal candidate will have strong emotional intelligence and a supportive leadership style, fostering a culture of trust, support and autonomy, while also being firm and direct when managing performance issues. They will play a pivotal role in ensuring the team operates efficiently, meets high standards and continuously develops within a fast-paced, results-driven environment.



The role requires in office presence four days a week, with the core anchor days Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, leaving the option of Monday or Friday to work from home.

Key Responsibilities will include:

People & Performance Management:

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 20 Research Analysts, ensuring high engagement and motivation. Conduct regular one-to-ones, performance reviews, and coaching sessions to support team members' growth. Set clear expectations and KPIs, ensuring the team meets research quality, efficiency, and output standards. Proactively identify and address performance concerns, using a firm but supportive approach to improvement plans.


Team Development & Culture:

Maintain and reinforce a culture of trust, accountability, and autonomy while ensuring team alignment with business objectives. Support career progression within the team, identifying training needs and growth opportunities. Champion open communication and act as a key point of escalation for challenges within the team. Drive a continuous improvement mindset, encouraging the team to think beyond black-and-white research methodologies.


Operational Leadership:

Work closely with two Technical Leads to ensure research quality and best practices are upheld. Support the Head of Research in resource planning, workload allocation, and departmental initiatives. Provide data-driven insights on team performance and suggest improvements to enhance output and efficiency. Help facilitate departmental change initiatives, particularly around digital transformation and process optimization.


Key Skills & Experience:

Proven experience in people management and performance leadership, ideally within research, data analysis, or a professional services environment. Strong emotional intelligence, with the ability to motivate, support, and challenge team members effectively. Ability to balance autonomy and accountability, empowering team members while ensuring high performance. Experience in coaching and mentoring individuals at different stages of their careers. Confidence in handling performance management, feedback conversations, and development plans. * Ability to analyse team performance metrics and make informed decisions to drive improvement.