Research Associate

Location: Pune

Join a high-performing, tight-knit team with a unique approach to private equity investing. Kingfish Group partners with top financial and operating executives to pursue high-impact opportunities. This role combines research and qualitative analysis, with broad exposure across teams to support diverse skill development. We value excellence, innovation, and an entrepreneurial mindset. You’ll be expected to contribute from day one and take ownership of your work.

Candidate Profile

Qualifications:

● Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with 12 months of work experience in primary or secondary market research
● Demonstrated experience applying AI tools for research and project deliverables
● Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable collaborating with global teams
● Good understanding of business models across industries and market dynamics
● Sharp analytical and creative thinking skills, with a robust attention to detail
● Self-motivated and adaptable, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines




● Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace; experience with CRM platforms or data analytics tools is a plus

Position Summary

Research Associates are responsible for identifying high-quality advisors to meet client and project outcomes. They build targeted advisor lists, apply judgment on relevance and fit, and deliver accurately. Research Associates leverage structured research methods, proprietary tools, and external data sources to execute advisor identification at scale, refine search strategies, and build expertise across industries, roles, and private-equity use cases.

Key Responsibilities

● Conducts research independently on projects, using AI and research tools to identify advisors and competitors that meet project requirements, ensuring high-quality delivery within tight timelines.
● Delivers viable research strategy alternatives proactively through a deep understanding of indus

📌 Research Associate 2026 (Pune)
🏢 Kingfish Group
📍 Pune