The Institute of International Finance (IIF) is the global association of the financial industry, and they are seeking a Research Assistant to join their Economic Research department. The role involves providing administrative support to the Chief Economist and assisting with data collection, report production, and event management.
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to the Managing Director/Chief Economist: Maintain complex calendar across time zones; book domestic and international travel; organize meetings and conference calls; develop detailed itineraries for meetings and travel; complete expense reports; manage correspondence and deadlines; respond to requests from other departments; coordinate the distribution of correspondence and documents; draft correspondence; assist in the preparation of briefings and agendas; update member database
- Assist with economic report production process: Check report statistics, tables and database for consistency. Proofread and provide editorial support on report drafts. Draft paragraphs/sections for reports as needed
- Assist with data collection in support of economic research: Assist in the collection of information needed for report tables and databases. Collect other relevant information as directed by supervisor. Assist in the maintenance and revision of databases. Assist with ad hoc country-specific data requests. Compile printout of daily news coverage for department economists
- Provide support for special projects: Assist in the planning and implementation of meetings and events. Assist in the preparation of Power Point presentations and maintain electronic storage of presentations. Assist in the preparation of special studies and presentations. Assist in drafting talking points or other ad hoc research for use by department. Coordinate with other IIF departments, especially on membership, events, and media issues
Skills
- Applicants should have a college degree and at least one year of related work experience (work experience may be substituted with a graduate degree)
- Candidates must exhibit a strong command of the English language and excellent written and oral communication skills
- Proficiency with MS Excel, including functions, formulas and VBA
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively on a team
- Good organizational skills and attention to detail
- The ability to work in a very fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- The ability to interact collaboratively with all levels of staff in responding to a wide range of inquiries
- Proficiency in statistical analysis tools such as R or EViews
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Disability
- Life insurance
- The company’s 401K plan
- 15 days (prorated based on hire date) for annual leave
- 1.25 days per month for sick leave (which is the equivalent of 3 weeks each per year)
Company Overview
The Institute of International Finance (IIF) is the global association of the financial industry, with about 400 members from more than 60 countries. It was founded in 1982, and is headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://www.iif.com.Company H1B Sponsorship
Institute of International Finance has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 3 in 2025, 3 in 2024, 5 in 2022, 2 in 2021, 5 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.