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Research Associate, Business of Sports Initiative

On-site in Barcelona·Added today

Dow Jones

25 open roles

Overview

Job details

  • €20,000 - €30,000 a year

    Gross, as stated in the ad.

    About €1,450 - €1,930 a month after tax.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Dow Jones doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Work on-site in Barcelona

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • University degree

    “Education to a degree level or relevant experience” — per the ad.

Benefits

  • Flexible pay plan

    Take part of your salary as tax-free benefits, per the ad.

  • Meal vouchers

    A restaurant card or tickets, per the ad.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • 0-2 years of relevant experience

  • Knowledge of and interest in economics, financial markets and business

  • Expert-level research and investigative skills, with demonstrable proficiency in advanced online search tools and proprietary databases

  • Experience handling large volumes of information

  • Sharp attention to detail, with the ability to rapidly spot the errors that others failed to catch while maintaining a sense of perspective to see the bigger picture.

  • An openness to different views and opinions and an appreciation for team diversity

Nice to have

  • Specialist business or financial knowledge

  • Fluency in English AND at least one of the following: Spanish, French, Italian

  • Education to a degree level or relevant experience

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Comprehensive Healthcare Plans for you and your family

  • Paid Time Off (30 days a year)

  • Meal Vouchers

  • Retirement Plans

  • Lifestyle programs & Wellness Resources

  • Education Benefits

  • Family Care Benefits & Caregiving Support

  • Subscription Discounts

  • Employee Referral Program

  • Financial Health Programs

The role

We are currently looking for a diligent, positive, and responsible team player with meticulous attention to detail and high initiative to join our new sports data research team. You will focus on gathering and validating complex data points across sports franchises, including ownership structures and financial filings.

You will report to the Research Manager, Business of Sports Initiative.

There are 2 vacancies for this role.

What you'll do

  • Perform original research to input or update data in company records using various sources, including Internet research, primary government documents, and other resources.

  • Master our in-house processes and guidelines quickly, and feel comfortable applying these rules to the databases for quality and consistency.

  • As required, effectively and professionally contact/interview company officials to verify and update a company's financing data and other proprietary information.

  • Contribute to workflow improvements and tool efficiencies using an automation mindset

  • Work under tight deadlines in a goal-oriented environment.

  • Show flexibility to be a team player and collaborate on other projects as needed

Reasonable Accommodation

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application or participating in an interview due to a disability, email us at talentresourceteam@dowjones.com. Please put "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line and provide a brief description of the type of assistance you need. This inbox will not be monitored for application status updates.

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Non-Union role

Base Pay Range: €20,000 - €30,000

We're committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate's experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.

For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.

For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.

Dow Jones is a global provider of news and business information, delivering content to consumers and organizations around the world across multiple formats, including print, digital, mobile and live events. Dow Jones has produced unrivaled quality content for more than 130 years and today has one of the world's largest newsgathering operations globally.

It is home to leading publications and products including the flagship Wall Street Journal, America's largest newspaper by paid circulation; Barron's, MarketWatch, Mansion Global, Financial News, Dow Jones Risk & Compliance and Dow Jones Newswires. Dow Jones is a division of News Corp (Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA; ASX: NWS, NWSLV).

Req ID: 55625

About Dow Jones

Dow Jones is a global provider of news and business information, best known for The Wall Street Journal, Barron's, MarketWatch, and professional information services like Factiva and Dow Jones Risk & Compliance. Founded in 1882, the company serves financial, corporate, and media clients worldwide, with a strong focus on data-driven journalism, financial analytics, and risk management solutions. With a workforce of several thousand employees, Dow Jones operates across major financial hubs globally, delivering critical news and data to professionals and consumers.

In Spain, Dow Jones maintains a significant presence, particularly in Barcelona, where it operates a major office focused on editorial, data, and technology roles. The company's Spanish operations are integral to its global risk and compliance data services, as well as product and engineering teams. For international professionals, Dow Jones offers a multicultural work environment, opportunities to work on global products, and a strong emphasis on innovation and data accuracy. The Barcelona office is part of a global network, providing a dynamic setting for career growth in a leading media and information company.

Industry
News and Business Information
Founded
1882
Employees
5,000–10,000
Headquarters
New York, USA
In Spain
Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

  • Dow Jones has a major office in Barcelona, which is a hub for risk and compliance data operations, offering roles in editorial, data, and technology.
  • The company provides a global work environment with opportunities to collaborate with teams across the US, Europe, and Asia.
  • International hires may benefit from Spain's growing tech ecosystem and Barcelona's attractive lifestyle, with a mix of local and expat communities.
  • Dow Jones offers professional development programs and a strong emphasis on data accuracy and innovation, which can be valuable for career growth.
  • The company supports a hybrid work model, allowing flexibility between office and remote work, which can ease the relocation process.

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Additional information

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including women, people with disabilities, and those from underrepresented groups.

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