Equity Research Analyst, Pharma (Senior VP/Director)

RBC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial institution is seeking a Senior VP or Director to join their Healthcare Equity Research team in London. This role involves analyzing European Specialty Pharmaceuticals and communicating findings globally to salesforce and clients. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in biopharmaceuticals, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities. The position offers a comprehensive rewards program, emphasis on professional development, and the opportunity to work with industry leaders.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards Program

Competitive compensation

Opportunities for professional development

Work within a dynamic team

World-class training program in financial services

Responsibilities

• Build financial models and write detailed research reports.
• Analyze and maintain timely research on the sector.
• Discuss analysis/findings with salespeople and clients.
• Support client queries related to coverage.
• Market research to global clients.

Skills

Experience as a lead equity analyst within biopharmaceuticals

Excellent writing and communications skills

Ability to perform under pressure

Attention to detail

Ability to prioritize work and multi-task

Self-starter and organized

Good personal skills

Strong analytical skills

Strong PC skills in Microsoft Office

Education

MBA, CFA, ACA or similar qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

Job Description

An exciting senior VP or Director level opportunity to join the Healthcare Equity Research team in London, where you will analyse, model and write research on European Specialty Pharmaceuticals and communicate the results and recommendations to our global equity sales force, traders and investment fund managers globally.

What will you do?

• Build financial models and write detailed, action orientated research reports, with the appropriate level of site due diligence and management meetings as appropriate.
• Analyze and maintain timely research on the sector.
• Discuss your analysis/findings with salespeople, traders and clients.
• Support and answer client queries as they relate to the coverage universe.
• Market our research to clients globally.

What do you need to succeed?

Must have

• Experience as a lead equity analyst within biopharmaceuticals
• Excellent writing and communications skills
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet time sensitive deadlines, sometimes for extended periods of time
• Commitment to task and an attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize work and multi-task responsibilities
• Self-starter - must be organized and able to work independently
• Good personal skills and the ability to work and coordinate effectively within a team environment
• Superior customer service focus and attitude for internal and external clients.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in financial modeling and detailed spreadsheet work.
• Strong PC skills specifically in Microsoft Office applications and sourcing data from the internet, various publications and market data services.

Nice to have

• MBA, CFA, ACA or similar qualification.

What is in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best - progressive thinking to keep growing and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses, flexible benefits and competitive compensation
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Opportunities to work with the best in the field
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• A world-class training program in financial services

Additional Job Details

Address:

100 BISHOPSGATE:LONDON

City:

London

Country:

United Kingdom

Work hours/week:

35

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

CAPITAL MARKETS

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2025-12-12

Application Deadline:

2026-01-02

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.