Equity Research Analyst

Bruin; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bruin is seeking an experienced Equity Research Analyst to leverage analytical and technical expertise to drive investment decisions and contribute to portfolio performance. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of experience in equity research, with strong financial modelling, valuation, and quantitative skills. Responsibilities include conducting thorough research, analysing financials for stock recommendations, and collaborating with portfolio managers. Candidates must be willing to travel for company visits and conferences.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of equity research experience, ideally with exposure to high-growth sectors.
• Strong financial modelling and valuation skills.
• Ability to work independently, with excellent numerical and analytical abilities.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel regularly for company visits and conferences.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to investment decisions and portfolio outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough, independent research on assigned industries or global regions.
• Analyse company financials and industry trends to develop specific stock recommendations.
• Travel to company facilities and meet corporate management to enhance understanding.
• Serve as the in-house expert on your area of coverage.
• Contribute to portfolio construction, including buy/sell decisions.
• Collaborate with portfolio managers to translate research insights into portfolio impact.
• Perform additional duties as required, including ad-hoc analysis.

Skills

Financial modelling

Valuation skills

Quantitative skills

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Job description

Equity Research Analyst, Global Investment Manager

My client, a highly regarded, global asset manager known for its disciplined, long-only, fundamental, bottom-up investment approach, are seeking an experienced Equity Research/ Analyst professional.

This is an opportunity for the chosen candidate to leverage their analytical and technical expertise to drive investment decisions and contribute meaningfully to portfolio performance.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of experience at a large, reputable firm, with a strong track record in their coverage (can be specific, or generalist). Strong financial modelling, valuation, and quantitative skills are essential, alongside the ability to conduct independent, high-quality research.

The role:

• Conduct thorough, independent research on assigned industries or global regions to generate actionable investment ideas.
• Analyse company financials, industry trends, and other data sources to develop specific stock recommendations.
• Travel to company facilities, attend conferences, and meet corporate management to enhance understanding of businesses and sector dynamics.
• Serve as the in-house expert on your area of coverage, supporting team decision-making with rigorously developed investment insights.
• Contribute to portfolio construction, including buy/sell decisions, trade execution, and sector allocation.
• Collaborate closely with portfolio managers, ensuring research insights are translated into portfolio impact.
• Perform additional duties as required, including ad-hoc analysis and reporting.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of equity research experience, ideally with exposure to high-growth sectors.
• Strong financial modelling and valuation skills.
• Ability to work independently, with excellent numerical, analytical, and communication abilities.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel regularly for company visits and conferences.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to investment decisions and portfolio outcomes.