Market Research Associate- Entry Level
Cleveland Research Company
Summary
Cleveland Research Company is an employee owned, independent research firm, headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio. Founded in 2006, CRC has expanded to 17 research teams publishing research on 250 companies. We take pride in our disciplined research process of regularly engaging with the industries and companies we cover.
Job description
We are focused on identifying fundamental inflection points to aid in the rigorous analysis of our covered companies and industry forecasts. Our clients value getting early insights into key themes and trends leading them to make better strategic and financial decisions. We are committed to providing the most accurate and reliable research product in the market. If you are interested in equity and market research within an environment fostering teamwork and excellence, Cleveland Research could be the place for you!
As a full-time employee, you will work on one of our Teams, covering publicly traded companies in one of the following sectors: Consumer, Technology, FinTech, Health Care, or Industrial.
Responsibilities include:
- Develop and maintain relationships with industry sources.
- Write and publish research reports for clients by gathering insights from industry sources, analyzing survey data, and identifying key trends and takeaways.
- Support the planning and execution of CRC-hosted events, including industry roundtables, webinars, and in-person presentations.
- Attend industry conferences, trade shows, and events to deepen industry knowledge, develop relationships, and expand CRC's network.
- Develop presentations for CRC-hosted events, client webinars, and external industry speaking engagements.
- Contribute to Advisory Services and Consumer Research projects, supporting customized research and analysis for clients.
- Opportunity for professional growth, with a potential path to increased responsibilities and direct ownership of a research vertical.
In addition to working on one of our research teams, you will have the opportunity within the first 12 months to:
- Build foundational research, analytical, and communication skills through classroom-style training, hands-on learning, and job-shadowing experiences.
- Travel to industry conferences, trade shows, and CRC-hosted events to develop industry expertise and build professional relationships.
Position Requirements:
- A graduate or an undergraduate degree
- 1-5 years of experience in finance, accounting, business, consulting, or related fields
- Strong work ethic and attention to detail
- Public speaking and presentation skills
- Excellent communication and writing skills
- Strong relational skills
- Well-developed analytical skills with the ability to master complex tasks and multi-task with minimal supervision
- Outstanding time management and organizational abilities
This position requires a full-time, on-site presence at our downtown Cleveland office to effectively work with teams.
Requirements
- A graduate or an undergraduate degree
- 1-5 years of experience in finance, accounting, business, consulting, or related fields
- Strong work ethic and attention to detail
- Public speaking and presentation skills
- Excellent communication and writing skills
- Strong relational skills
- Well-developed analytical skills with the ability to master complex tasks and multi-task with minimal supervision
- Outstanding time management and organizational abilities
Benefits
- Competitive Pay
- Bonus Potential
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Matching
Company overview
Cleveland Research Company (CRC) is an independent research firm headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, founded in 2006 by Eric Bosshard and Chris Byke. The company specializes in providing unparalleled market intelligence and equity research services across multiple sectors including consumer goods, technology, healthcare, agriculture, industrial, retail, and foodservice. CRC operates with a unique research methodology that combines ground-level channel intelligence with macroeconomic analysis to identify market trends and inflection points earlier than traditional research providers. The firm offers three core service lines: Equity Research for investment decision-making, Market Research for business strategy development, and Advisory Services for high-stakes business decisions. With a team of over 100 professionals, CRC maintains a disciplined research process that engages directly with industries and companies under coverage, providing unbiased insights without investment banking relationships or trading desks. The company's limited distribution model ensures exclusive competitive advantages for its clients, who benefit from CRC's extensive network of industry contacts and proprietary data analysis capabilities.