Equity Research Associate - Chemicals, London

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

Job summary

Berenberg seeks an Equity Research Associate in London to join their Chemicals equity research team. The role involves conducting in-depth research on companies, financial analysis, and attending industry events. Ideal candidates possess experience in the financial industry, strong analytical skills, and resilience.

Benefits

Private pension plan - 10% of base salary contribution

Private Health Insurance

Enhanced parental leave policies

Employee Assistance Programme for mental health and financial wellbeing

Qualifications

• Experience in financial industry and/or chemicals.
• Background in equity research, consultancy, investment banking, or post-qualification accountants preferred.
• Knowledge of chemicals sector and European/Chinese language skills desired.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth fundamental research on companies within the Chemicals sector.
• Analyse trends, write research notes and update databases.
• Attend presentations and meetings with company management.

Skills

Financial modelling ability

Ability to manipulate large data sets

Confidence in dealing with ambiguity

Resilience

Advanced IT skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Equity Research Associate - Chemicals, London

General information

Country

United Kingdom

City

London

Type of role

Professional

Working time

Full-time

Type of contract

Permanent

Remaining openings

1

Description & Requirements

For our Equity Research Team in London we are looking to hire an

Equity Research Associate - Chemicals

Berenberg’s chemicals equity research team, ranked in top 10 in Extel surveys, is seeking an associate to assist in coverage of European and US equities. A deep understanding of industries, companies and stock markets, detailed financial analysis and a thorough assessment of management expertise underpin our successful stock picking approach. Freedom of thought and complete independence are core to our research philosophy.

What will you do?

• Conduct in-depth fundamental research on a broad range of companies within the Chemicals sector
• Researching and reviewing company accounts/reports, analysing trends and newsflow within the industry, and helping write research notes on companies within the sector
• Attendance at company presentations, conferences, events, and meetings with company management
• Undertaking various tasks associated with the research function, updating databases useful for analysis, reviewing and archiving research material

Who are we looking for?

• Previous experience in financial industry and/or chemicals. Potential backgrounds include: equity research, consultancy, investment banking, the chemicals industry, or post-qualification accountants.
• Required: financial modelling ability, ability to manipulate large data sets, confidence in dealing with ambiguity as well as resilience
• Advanced IT skills, including all standard Office applications
• Desired but not essential: knowledge of chemicals sector, European or Chinese language skills
• Visa sponsorship to work in the United Kingdom is supported

What we offer you:

• Private pension plan - 10% of base salary contribution by Berenberg
• Private Health Insurance
• Enhanced parental leave policies
• Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling sessions related to mental health, financial wellbeing and other topics

Apply online now to join our team – we look forward to receiving your application!

We are a leading European private bank, with over 430 years of experience and deep rooted history, but we are still shaping and heavily investing in our future. Our progress and evolution are driven by our people. We encourage them to try new approaches, voice their opinions and achieve success in their own way.

We provide opportunities for them to develop their talents, explore different career paths and achieve their full potential.

We’re an ambitious, forward-looking business, backed by centuries of tradition and built on innovation. You’ll find a culture that encourages people to think independently, act entrepreneurially and challenge the status quo. Together we collaborate to shape our business and fulfil our ambitious goals.

We welcome you to join us in our commitment to always do the right thing for our people, clients and our business – Our future is where you take us!

We will only accept applications submitted through our online application management system on the website.

Berenberg is an Equal Opportunities Employer and prides itself on being a modern, dynamic and internationally orientated organisation. We value the rich diversity, skills and abilities and creative potential that people from differing backgrounds and experiences bring to the workplace. Every employee plays a vital role in providing quality service to all our customers and helping to create and inclusive working environment, where everyone can realise their full potential.

We’re committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates who require adjustments during our recruiting process. Please contact us directly on [e-mail] to discuss.