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Polen Capital

Junior Research Associate

Waltham, MA

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High Yield Junior Research Associate Firm Overview Polen Capital, a global investment management ... Working directly with experienced Research Analysts, this individual will be responsible for ...

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Analyst, Senior Research

Washington, DC · On-site

$80K - $95K/yr

Job Title: Senior Research Analyst Location: Washington, D.C. Firm Overview: Newmark Group, Inc ... This role will also act as mentor and coach, and serve as a team lead to more junior research staff ...

NEWMARK

Analyst, Senior Research

Washington, DC · On-site

$80K - $95K/yr

Job Title: Senior Research Analyst Location: Washington, D.C. Firm Overview: Newmark Group, Inc ... This role will also act as mentor and coach, and serve as a team lead to more junior research staff ...

Polen Capital

Junior Research Associate

Waltham, MA · On-site

$75K - $125K/yr

High Yield Junior Research Associate Firm Overview Polen Capital, a global investment management ... Working directly with experienced Research Analysts, this individual will be responsible for ...

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Junior Research Analyst

National Association of Convenience Stores

Alexandria, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

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About Us

The leading global trade association dedicated to advancing convenience and fuel retailing, NACS advances the role of convenience stores as positive economic, social and philanthropic contributors to the communities they serve and is a trusted adviser to retailer and supplier members from more than 50 countries. The U.S. convenience store industry, with more than 152,000 stores nationwide selling fuel, food and merchandise, conducts 160 million transactions daily and had sales of $860 billion in 2023. A member-driven organization, NACS has 70-plus employees and an annual operating budget of approximately $60 million.

NACS supports the industry through its media platforms, advocacy efforts, research, events, products & services, and industry initiatives, helping members stay informed and connected. NACS Media is the voice that connects the convenience and fuel retailing industry through various channels, including its award-winning monthly publication NACS Magazine, NACS Daily e-newsletter and other modern media such as its weekly Convenience Matters podcast and Convenience Corner blog. This is where ideas are shared, products are launched, and consumer needs are solved.

NACS also is a hub for cutting-edge research, insightful analysis, innovative educational opportunities and key industry initiatives that aim to advance the future of convenience and fuel retailing, including the NACS Show, one of the largest annual tradeshows in the country; more than a dozen targeted and regional events; 5 executive education programs at ivy-league universities and extensive advocacy to both elected leaders and the general public. Here is more about what it’s like to work at NACS.

Position Overview

NACS is seeking a junior analyst responsible for supporting the NACS Research Team with sales, delivery and ongoing support of NACS products and programs. The junior analyst will manage external inquiries for information, product inquiries, and NACS’ broad portfolio of data, analytics, and thought leadership. The role exercises independent judgement, analytical thinking, and supporting research initiatives.

NACS directly – and through its partner programs – delivers a wide range of research products that are valuable resources for the convenience and fuel retail industry. The successful candidate will collaborate with the Research team and with internal NACS teams (Retail Engagement, Education, Marketing, IT, etc.) and external stakeholders to deliver and support these solutions. This position reports to the Director of Research & Development.

Scope of Responsibilities:

  • Support the business development, delivery, and ongoing support of Research products, including the State of the Industry (SOI) Report and Talent Insights Dashboard.
  • Provide day-to-day oversight of digital rights management tools and billing and related activities, as required.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for external requests for NACS research team.
  • Maintain proactive and continual communications with internal teams, vendors, and product and service stakeholders; assist with recruitment and coordination for events as needed.
  • Assist with the development of project timelines, manage project plans to meet deadlines and ensure successful initiatives.
  • Participate in planning and organizational meetings to ensure projects are on schedule, and to foster collaboration across the organization. Contribute ideas, solutions, and recommendations.
  • Identify opportunities to improve existing Research deliverables and processes and implement those improvements as required.
  • Perform general administrative tasks such as processing invoices, tracking expenses, and maintaining accurate documentation and records.

Growth opportunities include: Contributing to the annual SOI Report, creating data presentations to be shared at events and NACS speaking engagements, maintaining NACS store count database, and managing partnership sales for events.

Desired Skills:

  • Ability to provide excellent customer service using data-driven insights
  • Translate complex data into clear, actionable recommendations
  • Curious problem solver with strong analytical skills
  • Collaborative team player focused on precision and results
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented; focus on measurable solutions
  • Passionate about analytics and data-driven strategies
  • Strong Excel skills; proficient in Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Quick learner with an agile, adaptable mindset
  • Experience with customer databases and CRM systems a bonus

Education and Experience Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree or commensurate experience
  • 2+ years’ experience providing customer service, or commensurate experience

NACS Culture

We hugely value, invest in and are devoted to the constructive culture that we’ve built and work on every day at NACS. Almost everything we do requires broad, multi-department collaboration to ideate and execute creative initiatives that deliver compelling value to our members and our industry. What that requires is a relatively flat organizational structure that empowers teammates at different levels from all departments to constructively engage and support each other. Titles really don’t matter in such an organization. What matters is a culture of constructive behaviors that relishes divergent perspectives to craft well thought-out initiatives and then come together to execute them. NACS Values:

  • Do the right thing
  • Focus long term
  • In their terms
  • Be fiscally responsible
  • Strive for excellence

The NACS Culture is highly collaborative, and we are better when we are together. NACS is a culture that believes in working together from the office.

Other Pertinent Information

  • Comprehensive Benefits Package
  • Salary commensurate with experience
  • Approximately 10% travel
  • In-Office Position w/ Work From Anywhere (WFA) Days
  • Metro Accessible – 2 blocks from King Street metro

NACS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis. All applicants will be considered for all positions on the basis of qualifications and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, and any other legally protected status.

As the leading global trade association for convenience and fuel retailers, NACS advances the role of convenience stores as positive economic, social and philanthropic contributors to the communities they serve and is a trusted adviser to its retailer and supplier members from more than 50 countries. The U.S. convenience store industry, with more than 152,000 stores, conducts more than 160 million transactions daily and had sales of $860 billion in 2023. For more information, visit convenience.org. Follow NACS on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

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