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At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Here, you’re given the chance to reach millions, create work that matters and deliver impartial journalism in a polarised world.
In our warm, collaborative culture, you’ll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing.
Your future at the FT will be filled with opportunities that challenge and inspire you. With no fixed path, you’ll discover new skills and forge a career that can take you anywhere.
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REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• A-Level or higher qualification in business, economics or a related data discipline
• Excellent reading proficiency in French
• Proven research and analytical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities
• Organised, diligent, and proactive

THE ROLE

FT Locations, a division of the Financial Times, delivers world-class intelligence on globalisation and foreign direct investment (FDI). We’re looking for a French-speaking Research Assistant to join the fDi Markets team — the world’s leading cross-border investment database. You’ll play a key role in identifying, tracking and inputting FDI projects into our database, supporting global clients, publications and internal teams.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct detailed web-based research to identify and verify inward investment projects
• Enter and maintain accurate data in the fDi Markets database
• Track trends in global FDI and support the internal Trend Tracker used by fDi Magazine
• Research updates to existing projects including expansions, closures and relocations
• Identify potential investment leads and data for sales support
• Contribute to the development of new data sources
• Perform ad-hoc research and production tasks as required