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Company:
FactSet Research Systems
Location:
Norwalk, CT 06851
Status:
Full Time
Employee
Job Category:
Accounting/Finance/Insurance
Occupations:
Corporate Finance
Financial Analysis/Research/Reporting
Financial Products Sales/Brokerage
Relevant Work Experience:
Less than 1 Year
Career Level:
Entry Level
Industry:
Financial Services
Education Level:
Bachelor's Degree
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Consultant
FactSet offers instant access to accurate financial data and analytics to thousands of investment professionals around the world. FactSet has the growth and opportunity of a start-up with the stability of a well-established company. The company continues to maintain operations without any debt and has posted double-digit earnings increases for each quarter of the last twelve years. Thanks to our rapid growth, employees are given immediate responsibility and new opportunities for advancement. FactSet is also quickly becoming an employer of choice, by historically averaging a US employee retention rate of 90%. As part of FactSet's Consulting Services, you'll join a group committed to maintaining a reputation for industry-leading service. The team is composed of self-motivated individuals who thrive in a cohesive environment and enjoy the challenge of real responsibility. Consultants are the essential link between investment professionals and FactSet's powerful software. Combining a thorough understanding of finance and technology with expertise in FactSet software, consultants help clients streamline the research and analysis process. Consultants offer an unparalleled level of service along with insight into the intricacies and functionality of FactSet applications. Consultants assist clients in a variety of ways: - By supporting FactSet applications and creating custom FactSet models, screens, and automation routes
- By training clients in their offices and at training seminars
- By providing creative solutions through expert telephone consultation and on-site consultation
A rapidly growing company like FactSet needs skilled entry level individuals to propel expansion. Consulting, while challenging and rewarding, can lay the foundation for a long-term career at FactSet. The ideal consultant has a familiarity with – or an interest in learning about – financial markets and a sound working knowledge of spreadsheets. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills are also vital, as consultants are in constant contact with clients worldwide. Visiting clients in their offices is an integral part of this position, so consultants must be willing to travel if necessary. For its consulting positions, FactSet typically hires investment professionals with approximately one to two years experience as well as recent college graduates. All candidates must have strong PC skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and a desire to learn and grow in an ever-changing environment. While we consider candidates from any major, we encourage applicants with backgrounds in finance, MIS, economics, accounting, business administration, and mathematics.
Please submitt your resume in MS Word format directly to mpratt@factset.com . FactSet Research Systems Inc. is an EOE/M/F/D/V Employer which strongly supports diversity in the workforce.
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