Equity Research Analyst - Fully Remote

Mercor; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A talent marketplace for AI experts is seeking financial analysis professionals for a flexible remote contract. Responsibilities include analyzing financial statements and metrics, with a focus on delivering concise written evaluations. Ideal candidates should have over 2 years of relevant experience and strong analytical skills. This opportunity offers $90 per hour, making it ideal for freelancers looking for engaging work.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in investment banking, private equity, or consulting.
• Expertise in interpreting 10-K/10-Q filings and MD&A sections.
• Comfort working independently with minimal guidance.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and analyze company financial statements and disclosures.
• Cross-reference narrative sections with quantitative data.
• Calculate key financial metrics such as YoY revenue growth.
• Deliver concise written analyses aligned with AI training goals.

Skills

Financial modeling

Accounting principles

Analytical skills

Written communication

Job description

1. Role Overview

Mercor is seeking financial analysis experts to collaborate on a high-impact project focused on corporate, market, and fund-level synthesis. This contract opportunity involves reviewing financial statements and strategy documents to evaluate company performance and positioning. Ideal for professionals with a sharp eye for quantitative trends and strategic context. This is a project-based engagement with a flexible schedule.

2. Key Responsibilities

• Interpret and analyze company financial statements and disclosures
• Cross-reference narrative sections (e.g., Management Discussion) with quantitative data
• Calculate key financial metrics such as YoY revenue growth
• Identify and explain the primary drivers of financial performance
• Deliver concise written analyses aligned with AI training goals

3. Ideal Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in investment banking, private equity, equity research, or consulting
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling and accounting principles
• Expertise in interpreting 10-K/10-Q filings and MD&A sections
• Excellent analytical and written communication skills
• Comfort working independently with minimal guidance

4. More About the Opportunity

• Remote and asynchronous — set your own hours
• Expected commitment: ~10–15 hours/week
• Ideal for freelancers seeking flexible, intellectually engaging work

5. Compensation & Contract Terms

• $90/hour
• You’ll be classified as an independent contractor
• Payments processed weekly via Stripe Connect

6. Application Process

• Submit your resume to get started
• You may be asked to complete a brief skills assessment
• We typically follow up within 3–5 business days

7. About Mercor

• Mercor is a talent marketplace that connects top experts with leading AI labs and research organizations
• Our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Adam D’Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey
• Thousands of professionals across domains like law, creatives, engineering, and research have joined Mercor to work on frontier projects shaping the next era of AI

We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.