Associate Director, Equity Research

🧭 About the Role

Woozle Research is seeking an Associate Director to join our growing team in either our Glasgow or London office. 

This is a senior leadership position for experienced professionals who want to shape high-quality primary research used by the world’s top hedge funds, private equity firms, and consultancies. 

You’ll be responsible for leading a team of Analysts and Associates, ensuring deliverables exceed client expectations, and cultivating long-term partnerships with investors and decision-makers. 

If you are passionate about guiding teams, building client relationships, and delivering market-moving insight, this opportunity is designed for you. 

💼 What You’ll Do

As an Associate Director, you will: 

• Manage and mentor a team of Equity Research Analysts and Associates to deliver exceptional research outputs 

• Oversee end-to-end project delivery, ensuring all work meets the highest standards of quality, accuracy, and relevance 

• Act as the primary point of contact for new and existing clients, providing daily updates and insight 

• Drive client satisfaction and retention, addressing needs proactively and identifying new areas to add value 

• Develop and refine processes to ensure operational excellence and efficiency across all projects 

• Collaborate with senior leadership to define research priorities, resource allocation, and team development 

• Train and coach team members, fostering a culture of accountability, learning, and continuous improvement 

🙌 Who You Are

We’re looking for a confident, commercially-minded leader who: 

• Has 3+ years of experience in equity research, management consulting, market research, or a related field 

• Demonstrates proven team management and mentoring capabilities 

• Brings excellent organisational skills and a track record of delivering high-quality client deliverables 

• Has experience in daily communication with clients, including handling new business discussions and ongoing project updates 

• Thrives in a fast-paced, feedback-driven, entrepreneurial culture 

• Is comfortable balancing multiple priorities while ensuring rigorous standards of excellence 

• Enjoys building and strengthening long-term client relationships 

✨ What You’ll Get

We’re looking for a driven, detail-oriented professional who: 

• 💰 £40,000–£55,000 salary, depending on location and experience 
• 💎 Annual performance-based bonuses recognising exceptional impact 
• 🩺 Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance 
• 🧑‍💻 Flexible hybrid working arrangements in Glasgow or London 
• 📚 Study support for further professional qualifications and learning stipends 
• 🧠 Exposure to global hedge funds, PE firms, and consulting clients 
• 🚀 Clear progression path into senior leadership roles 
• ⭐ Peer recognition programmes and regular company-wide shout-outs 
• 💬 Culture of radical transparency, meritocracy, and continuous learning 
• ☕️ Team socials, networking events, and funded outings