Equity Research Analyst, Vice President

RBC; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

RBC in London invites applications for a role that supports the European chemicals analyst within its Capital Markets division. You will build company and sector models, manage databases, and interface with investors and industry professionals.

The role emphasizes rigorous analysis and timely research delivery. Candidates should be detail oriented with a strong finance background, capable of synthesizing data into clear trends and communicating findings in writing.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in business, finance, or accounting.
• Detail oriented with strong analytical/critical thinking skills.
• Ability to synthesize data points into trends beyond the mainstream.
• Demonstrated passion for equity/financial markets.
• Efficient writing capabilities.
• Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• CA/CMA, MBA, CFA designation or CFA exam enrolment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance detailed company specific and industry macro financial models.
• Maintain and develop sector specific databases and presentations.
• Maintain relationships with coverage companies, investors and others internally within Capital Markets.
• Analyse financial statements, company specific information and industry specific data.
• Assist with writing research notes and sector reports.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Detail-oriented

Written communication

Excel

PowerPoint

Data synthesis

Time management

Equity markets interest

Under pressure

Education

Undergraduate degree in business/finance/accounting

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Job Description

What is the opportunity?

Are you interested in joining a diverse and collaborative environment where you will have the opportunity to learn continuously and develop professionally? Are you excited by the opportunity to develop relationships with research professionals, institutional investors and other capital markets individuals in Europe and globally? Are you looking for a competitive total rewards program? Your primary focus will be to support the European chemicals analyst.

RBC’s expectation is that all employees and contractors will work in the office with some flexibility to work up to 1 day per week remotely, depending on working arrangements.

What will you do?

• Develop and enhance detailed company specific and industry macro financial models
• Maintain and develop sector specific databases and presentations
• Maintain relationships with coverage companies, investors and others internally within Capital Markets
• Analyse financial statements, company specific information and industry specific data
• Assist with writing research notes and sector reports

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• An Undergraduate degree. A focus on business, finance, or accounting is preferred
• Detail oriented with solid analytical/critical thinking skills and ability to synthesize data points into trends beyond the mainstream
• Energetic, self-motivated and an ability to perform under pressure and meet time sensitive deadlines, sometimes for extended periods of time
• Process oriented with the ability to learn quickly on the job
• Demonstrated passion for equity/financial markets
• Efficient writing capabilities
• Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) with ability to quickly learn new platforms

Nice to have

• Previous experience in a Research related role an asset
• A CA/CMA, MBA, CFA designation or CFA exam enrolment is preferred

Job Skills

Communication, Detail-Oriented, Economic Analysis, Financial Instruments, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Fund Analysis, Information Capture, Investment Reporting, Investments Analysis, Personal Initiative

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: 2026-02-19

Application Deadline: 2026-10-05

Note:

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

Our Employment Opportunities

At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One 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.