Research Assistant in the Finance Department

On-site in Barcelona·Added 4 days ago

IESE

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Overview

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
IESE 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
“Bachelor's degree in a finance-related field” — per the ad.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in a finance-related field
Work permit in Spain
Interest in working with databases.
AI Knowledge be preferred.

The role

A comprehensive research project on how to measure the attractiveness of a country for risk capital investors: We provide an updated composite measure that determines the attractiveness of more than 125 countries to receive capital allocations from institutional investors in the private equity asset class. The measure is based on the countries' economic activity, their capital markets, taxation, investor protection and corporate governance, the human and social environment, and entrepreneurial opportunities. The project will consist in a literature review, a survey conducted among institutional investors, and own econometric analyses.

How you'll work

Half-time position (915 euros / months before tax).

Work-contract and Social Security

In-person campus position

1 year with the possibility of extending for one more year

Hiring process

Interested parties please send CV, academic transcript and a cover letter in English to:

About IESE

IESE Business School is a world-renowned graduate business school affiliated with the University of Navarra, offering MBA, Executive MBA, and executive education programs. With campuses in Barcelona, Madrid, Munich, New York, and São Paulo, IESE is consistently ranked among the top business schools globally for its case-method teaching and focus on ethical leadership. The school's faculty conducts cutting-edge research in areas such as entrepreneurship, innovation, finance, and strategy, and its alumni network spans over 100 countries.

In Spain, IESE's main campus is located in Barcelona, with a second campus in Madrid. The school attracts a highly international student body and faculty, with programs taught in English and Spanish. For international professionals, IESE offers a dynamic, multicultural work environment in the heart of Barcelona, with opportunities to engage with top-tier academics and business leaders. The school's strong ties to the global business community and its commitment to research excellence make it an attractive employer for those seeking to advance their careers in education and research.

Industry: Education
Founded: 1958
Employees: 500–1,000
Headquarters: Barcelona, Spain
In Spain: Barcelona, Madrid
Website: iese.edu

Good to know if you are moving

IESE's main campus is located in Barcelona, a vibrant Mediterranean city with a strong international community and excellent quality of life.
The school offers a multicultural work environment, with staff and faculty from over 40 countries, and English is widely used in daily operations.
IESE provides competitive compensation and benefits, including opportunities for professional development and access to world-class research resources.
Barcelona's international airport and high-speed rail connections make it easy to travel across Europe for work and leisure.
The school's strong ties to the global business community offer networking opportunities with executives and academics from around the world.