Silverlight Research is a specialist knowledge research company headquartered in Westminster, central London. Our clients include many of the world's largest private equity funds, hedge funds, long only funds, consultancies, sovereign wealth funds and corporates. We connect them with the best industry Experts globally to share knowledge and assist to inform their strategic and investment decisions
How You Work with Us As An Industry ExpertYour direct experience in your sector gives you a unique point of view in your field. When our clients assign us to a research project, we source from our extensive global network to find them Experts like you who can provide context and insight on the industry. Then, we connect you through a brief telephone consultation or an in-person meeting. |
Why Consult with UsOur consulting network facilitates new opportunities as well as valuable professional connections As an Expert, you will contribute your expertise to world-class companies and hear the questions people are asking about your industry. We know your time is valuable, so we only match you with highly targeted projects in your areas of expertise. |
How it Works
Overview of the Process
We source experts based on the specific needs of our clients, and will only match you with projects which we believe are useful introductions and relevant for you
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Why Silverlight Research
Why Consult with Silverlight Research
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Frequently Asked Questions by Experts
How do I know if I am permitted to perform outside consulting under my employment agreement?
You should check with your employer to confirm that you are
permitted to consult through Silverlight Research. You are solely responsible
for determining whether you are permitted to consult according to your current
employment terms.
permitted to consult through Silverlight Research. You are solely responsible
for determining whether you are permitted to consult according to your current
employment terms.
If I am asked a question regarding a clinical trial which I worked on, may I discuss this?
You should not discuss non-public clinical trial data or
patient experience information. Likewise, if you are a Data Safety Monitoring
Board or Clinical Trial Steering Committee member, you must decline any
consultation concerning current clinical trials. If you are not confident
that you are permitted to undertake a particular consultation, you should
decline.
patient experience information. Likewise, if you are a Data Safety Monitoring
Board or Clinical Trial Steering Committee member, you must decline any
consultation concerning current clinical trials. If you are not confident
that you are permitted to undertake a particular consultation, you should
decline.
If I am asked regarding customers or suppliers of the company I work for, can I discuss them?
It depends on the individual situation. Generally you
may speak about a company that is a customer or supplier of your employer,
provided that you and your company have no confidentiality agreement with that
customer or supplier and you do not disclose any information given to your
company in confidence. However, you may not discuss confidential information concerning your employer's relationship with the customer or
supplier, such as orders between your employer and its supplier or customer.
If you are unsure whether information is confidential or otherwise restricted,
you should not disclose it.
may speak about a company that is a customer or supplier of your employer,
provided that you and your company have no confidentiality agreement with that
customer or supplier and you do not disclose any information given to your
company in confidence. However, you may not discuss confidential information concerning your employer's relationship with the customer or
supplier, such as orders between your employer and its supplier or customer.
If you are unsure whether information is confidential or otherwise restricted,
you should not disclose it.
Am I permitted to discuss the details of my consultations with other Silverlight Research clients?
No. Your consultations with Silverlight Research clients and any information you receive in connection with a consultation or an
invitation to consult are strictly confidential. You may not disclose a client's identity, the subjects discussed or any information or materials
provided to you by a Client. Likewise, you should not share information
concerning any surveys that you are provided by Silverlight Research.
invitation to consult are strictly confidential. You may not disclose a client's identity, the subjects discussed or any information or materials
provided to you by a Client. Likewise, you should not share information
concerning any surveys that you are provided by Silverlight Research.
What is material non-public information?
Material non-public information is the legal term for information that can give rise to insider trading liability. Information is material if there is a substantial likelihood that a reasonable investor would consider it important in deciding whether to buy, sell or hold a security (e.g., a stock, bond or loan). To meet the threshold for materiality, there must exist a substantial likelihood that a fact would have been viewed by the reasonable investor as having significantly altered the total mix of information made available. Information may be deemed material even if it relates to speculative or contingent events.
If I am asked a question that would require me to reveal material non-public or otherwise confidential information, how should I respond?
You should explain that you cannot answer the question because it would cause you to reveal confidential information, then the client can move onto a different question. If you are uncomfortable continuing with the consultation, you may end it and invoice Silverlight Research for your time of the engagement prior to is termination plus 15 minutes. You should also notify Silverlight Research Compliance ([email protected]) immediately.
When I click online that “I agree” to Silverlight Research’s Terms & Conditions for Experts, am I legally bound by them?
Yes. Clicking 'Accept' is the legal equivalent of signing a paper contract agreeing to Silverlight Research's Terms & Conditions and you will be expected to abide by them fully.
If I become an Expert, am I prohibited from consulting for clients outside of Silverlight Research?
No. You may continue consulting with Clients of yours and may engage new Clients freely. Silverlight Research only asks that you continue to work through us with any Client to whom we first introduced you. In the case of certain large Clients, it is possible that you may have an existing relationship with one division and be introduced by Silverlight Research to Client employees in another. These situations will be addressed on a case-by-case basis.
Am I permitted to act as a consultant for another primary research company?
Yes. We only ask that you continue to work through us with any Client to whom we first introduced you.
Please check the MSCI Global Industry Classification Standard for reference should you wish for clarification on the industry categorisation methodology we apply
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