Research Analyst

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Research Analyst Data Research & Intelligence | Corporate Coverage Division

Organization: AuthBridge Research Services Pvt. Ltd. Department: Research & Intelligence Corporate Coverage Location: Gurugram, Haryana (Work from Office) Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent Experience: Freshers & candidates with up to 2 years' experience Education: Graduate / MBA from Tier 2 institution

ABOUT AUTHBRIDGE AuthBridge is India's largest and most trusted background verification and HR intelligence company, serving 2,000+ clients across industries including BFSI, IT, healthcare, and manufacturing. Our Research & Intelligence division is the backbone of our data ecosystem maintaining, enriching, and validating enterprise-grade data on millions of companies and individuals to power critical business decisions.

ROLE OVERVIEW As a Research Analyst at AuthBridge, you will be the primary custodian of source data for a portfolio of at least 1,000 companies. You will be responsible for sourcing, updating, and maintaining accurate corporate intelligence from diverse public and proprietary sources ensuring the integrity and completeness of the data that our clients and internal teams rely on every day.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Data Ownership & Portfolio Management

• Own and manage a portfolio of a minimum of 1,000 companies as assigned, ensuring all data records are current, complete, and verified.
• Conduct regular audits of assigned company records to identify gaps, outdated entries, and inaccuracies.
• Maintain a structured tracking system to monitor update cycles, last-verified dates, and pending tasks for each company.

Source Data Research & Updates

• Research and collect data from primary and secondary sources including MCA (Ministry of Corporate Affairs), ROC filings, stock exchange disclosures (BSE/NSE), official company websites, news databases, and regulatory portals.
• Update company profiles with critical data points: registered address, directors/promoters, financial details, compliance status, legal charges, business activity, and corporate structure.
• Identify and onboard new reliable data sources to improve coverage and reduce turnaround time.

Data Quality & Process Compliance

• Ensure all updates comply with AuthBridge's internal data quality standards, validation protocols, and SLA timelines.
• Flag and escalate discrepancies, contradictory information, or suspicious records to the team lead.
• Participate in weekly data quality reviews and implement corrective actions as directed.

Reporting & Collaboration

• Prepare daily/weekly status reports on data update progress for assigned portfolio.
• Collaborate with the product, operations, and client servicing teams to resolve data queries in a timely manner.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives to streamline research workflows and reduce manual effort.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

• Education: Graduate (any discipline) or MBA from a Tier 2 college/university. Candidates with a background in Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, or related fields preferred.
• Experience: Freshers are encouraged to apply. Prior experience of up to 2 years in data research, KYC/KYB, business intelligence, or a similar domain is an added advantage.
• Computer Skills: Proficiency in MS Excel (VLOOKUP, filters, pivot tables), Google Sheets, and web-based research tools. Familiarity with the MCA21 portal is a plus.
• Language: Proficient in written and spoken English. Working knowledge of Hindi is beneficial.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Strong attention to detail and ability to cross-verify information across multiple sources.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage a large portfolio independently with minimal supervision.
• Analytical mindset with a structured approach to problem solving and data interpretation.
• Good time management skills ability to prioritize tasks and meet daily/weekly SLA targets.
• Intellectual curiosity and a genuine interest in corporate research and business intelligence.
• Team player with clear and professional communication skills.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Career Growth: Clear progression path to Senior Analyst and Team Lead roles.
• Industry Exposure: Work with India's leading background verification and intelligence firm.
• Training & Development: Structured onboarding, continuous learning, and skill development programs.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)

• Portfolio Coverage: Minimum 1,000 companies owned and maintained.
• Data Accuracy Rate: 95% and above on periodic quality audits.
• Update Cycle Adherence: 100% of assigned companies updated within prescribed SLA.
• Query Resolution TAT: Resolve internal data queries within 24 working hours.