Business Associate, Research

AdvanceCT helps businesses choose, invest in, and grow in Connecticut. We work alongside companies to solve challenges, navigate opportunities, and connect them with the people, resources and expertise that help move important business decisions forward. We are a Hartford Business Journal Best Place to Work honoree, recognized for the culture and quality of the team we’ve built. We are seeking a Business Associate to join our Research team in support of our business attraction, retention and expansion mission. The position calls for collaboration with our leadership partners, including the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development and the Office of the Governor.

AdvanceCT is a relatively flat organization, affording the Associate regular exposure to senior team members, direct involvement in high-impact projects and strategic initiatives, and opportunities for career growth. This role is based in our New Haven, Connecticut office, with a hybrid schedule (in-office three days per week) and minimal travel.

Position Description

The Business Associate is an integral part of the Research team, gathering data, conducting research and analysis, preparing and delivering reports and presentations, and providing thought leadership on economic and business trends. Examples of projects include:

  • Business intelligence and financial statement analysis
  • Industry trend and supply chain analysis
  • Labor market assessments: labor shed, workforce availability, comparative wages
  • Presentation of data to support competitive and industry business cases
  • Statewide economic performance
  • Benchmarking and best practice studies of economic programs and incentives

Candidate Qualifications

We are seeking a strategic problem solver with proven analytical capabilities and excellent communication skills. A Bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, or a related field and 1-3 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree, is preferred. A working knowledge of relevant data sources (including federal and state labor and economic data), software, and fluency with Excel and PowerPoint are desirable. Intellectual curiosity and the ability to synthesize complex information and communicate conclusions are key. Experience in investment research is helpful.

Additional Details

  • Based in New Haven, CT, with a hybrid schedule (in-office three days per week). Connecticut residency is not required, but candidates must be able to commute in on a regular basis.
  • Salary range: $69,000- $76,000, commensurate with experience, plus benefits.

Benefits Include

  • Medical and dental insurance
  • Employer-paid life, accident, and long-term disability insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% safe harbor employer contribution
  • 15 days of paid time off, increasing by 1 day per year of service up to 5 additional days, plus 11 paid holidays
  • Paid sick time
  • Support of professional development

About AdvanceCT

Companies evaluating, investing in, or growing in Connecticut turn to AdvanceCT as a trusted partner. We help clients navigate challenges, reduce risk, and activate the assets and expertise they need to move forward. As the state’s nonprofit economic development organization, we work outside of government but in close partnership with the public sector, which lets us bring the flexibility, responsiveness, and business focus companies expect. When businesses succeed, Connecticut succeeds. Learn more at www.advancect.org.

AdvanceCT is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status. Candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

To Apply

Please submit a cover letter and resume to humanresources@advancect.org.