Researcher (3mo FTC)
Department: Operations
Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time
Location: London, UK
Compensation: £25,000 - £30,000 / year
Description
White Swan Data is a small but rapidly growing team of mathematicians, data scientists and software engineers who are constantly striving to refine world class betting models while also researching and deploying new ones. Our work bridges three domains, each challenging in its own right - betting and gambling, quantitative research and software development.
As the company continues to expand, we are looking for an energetic individual with a basic understanding of betting to join team in our London office. The researcher's duties include aligning methodologies with research goals, using a range of tools to acquire information and interpret data, writing up reports and presenting findings to stakeholders. The successful candidate will have a key eye identifying trends and patterns, conducting fieldwork, as well as protecting databases and confidential information.
We are an ambitious company which means there is considerable opportunity for you to make a niche for yourself and to progress within the business.
Key Responsibilities
* Interpreting research specifications and developing a work plan that satisfies requirements.
* Conducting desktop research, journal articles, newspaper sources, questionnaires, surveys, polls and interviews to gather data.
* Analysing and interpreting patterns and trends.
* Record findings by taking written notes and using appropriate software.
* Anticipating research issues and promptly resolving them.
* Promptly reporting any problems to the relevant stakeholders.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
* A bachelor's degree with a research focus
* Sound understanding of research methodologies
* Critical reasoning
* Intermediate proficiency with Google Sheets or Excel
* Strong problem-solving skills
* Attention to detail and exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Benefits
* Salary depending on experience.
* Annual discretionary performance bonus.
* 25 days holiday per annum, plus UK bank holidays.
* Private health & dental insurance.
* Optical cover through Aviva.
* Pension plan.
* Gympass membership to over 1900 gyms and wellness businesses.
* Breakfast bought in everyday and lunch bought in twice a week
* Free coffee & snacks at the office.
* Regular team events & socials.
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