Equity Research Analyst

Alan Mitchell; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading City-based investment firm offers an exciting opportunity for an Equity Research Analyst in London. Ideal for candidates with 2-5 years of experience in financial services, this role involves contributing to investment research and collaborating with industry experts to shape valuable insights. You'll gain exposure across sectors, receive mentorship, and play a visible role in high-impact research.

Benefits

Breadth of Experience

Career Momentum

Team Culture

Visibility & Growth

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in financial services, ideally in equity research.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Proactive attitude with a keen interest in public markets.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the creation of well-argued written research.
• Take ownership of financial models and market intelligence.
• Support client conversations with data-driven insights.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Education

ACA, CFA, or similar qualification

Tools

Excel

Bloomberg

FactSet

Job description

Are you a curious and commercially minded analyst looking to broaden your horizons? A leading City-based investment firm is offering an exciting opportunity for an Equity Research Analyst to join its Research division in a multi-sector, cross-functional role.

This is an ideal position for someone early in their research career, or looking to enter research, with strong technical foundations and a hunger to learn across industries, workstreams, and market dynamics. You’ll collaborate with highly regarded analysts, support the production of market-moving research, and play a visible role in shaping client-facing insights.

Key responsibilities include:

• Contributing to Investment Research - Help create timely, well-argued written research, from earnings summaries to in-depth sector reports and long-form thematic pieces.
• Modelling & Market Intelligence - Take ownership of detailed financial models, monitor KPIs and market trends, and assist with valuation analysis to support stock recommendations.
• Supporting Client Conversations - Provide thoughtful, data-driven input to client queries, working with Sales and Research teams to deliver responsive, high-quality insights.
• Corporate Access & Engagement - Attend briefings and management meetings with listed companies, deepening your understanding of corporate strategy and industry challenges.
• Idea Generation & Internal Collaboration - Help refine sector theses, contribute to investment debates, and support the development of new research angles and commercial ideas.

What You’ll Bring

• 2–5 years of experience in financial services, ideally with exposure to equity research, accountancy, investment banking, or corporate finance
• A relevant professional qualification (ACA, CFA, or similar), or strong progress toward one
• Excellent written communication and the ability to present complex financial ideas clearly and concisely
• Strong working knowledge of Excel, including model-building; familiarity with data platforms such as Bloomberg or FactSet is a plus
• A sharp analytical mind, high attention to detail, and a natural interest in how companies create value
• The ability to manage multiple deadlines and remain composed under time pressure
• A positive, can-do attitude and a genuine interest in public markets

What’s In It For You?

• Breadth of Experience: Work across different sectors and with a range of analysts, gaining exposure few other roles offer at this level.
• Career Momentum: Receive training and mentoring with a view toward developing long-term sector expertise and client-facing responsibilities.
• Team Culture: Join a tight-knit, meritocratic environment where good ideas are encouraged, and your input matters from day one.
• Visibility & Growth: Contribute to research that reaches institutional investors and supports capital market transactions.