# Associate Director, Equity Research

> Woozle Research · Glasgow, United Kingdom (Hybrid) · Full-time · Posted 2026-02-11

**Salary:** GBP 40,000–55,000

**Workplace:** hybrid

**Department:** Custom Insights Team

## Description

### 🧭 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.

## Requirements

### 💼 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**

## Benefits

### ✨ 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

## Apply

[Apply at Woozle Research](https://apply.workable.com/woozle-research/j/EA914845ED/apply)

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