Associate / Senior Associate

About the Company

Hartford Advisers is a boutique intelligence and investigative research firm supporting investors, strategy consultancies and corporates on high-stakes, often time-sensitive questions. Our work combines rigorous open-source research with targeted human-source enquiries to produce insight that informs real decisions.

About the Role

We are seeking a Research Associate or Senior Research Associate to join our team on a full-time, remote basis. The role is suited to someone who enjoys detailed, investigative work and is comfortable moving between structured research, analytical thinking and direct engagement with sources.

Responsibilities

• Conducting in-depth open-source research across corporate records, litigation, regulatory filings, media and other public databases
• Identifying, vetting and engaging relevant human sources, including former employees, counterparties, advisers and other informed observers
• Conducting telephone and video interviews to gather non-public, experience-based insight
• Analysing and synthesising findings from multiple sources to identify risks, inconsistencies and material themes
• Preparing clear, concise written reports and briefings tailored to client needs
• Working closely with colleagues to plan research approaches, sense-check findings and ensure quality and consistency
• Engaging with clients, where appropriate, to clarify scope, discuss findings and support decision-making

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience

Required Skills

• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to work through complex and incomplete information
• Experience producing clear written reports and summaries for professional audiences
• Excellent verbal communication skills and a confident, professional phone manner
• Strong attention to detail and sound critical judgement
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a small, collaborative team
• Strong interpersonal skills and the confidence to engage thoughtfully with a wide range of people

Preferred Skills

• Experience in due diligence, investigative research, journalism, background screening or a related field (beneficial but not essential)

Pay range and compensation package

This role offers exposure to a wide range of sectors, geographies and client types, and the opportunity to develop deep investigative and analytical skills in a supportive, intellectually rigorous environment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity.