Independent US IPOs Analyst

Smartkarma; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial research firm in Greater London is seeking a Senior Analyst to build research coverage of US IPOs and provide high-touch services for institutional clients. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in research/investment, a strong network in US equity capital markets, and excellent writing skills. This full-time position allows for remote work and involves significant client engagement. Join us in providing exceptional analysis and insights in a dynamic market environment.

Qualifications

• 5 years of extensive research and/or investment experience for institutional clients.
• Network within US equity capital markets is necessary.
• Ability to write detailed research reports.

Responsibilities

• Build ongoing research coverage of US IPOs and direct listings.
• Provide high-touch services for select institutional clients pre- and post-deal.
• Offer market intelligence and bespoke notes for clients.

Skills

Research experience

Investment experience

US equity capital markets knowledge

Research writing ability

Job description

Job Overview

Smartkarma is seeking a senior analyst or analyst team to build ongoing research coverage of all US IPOs and direct listings with an expected deal size of USD100mn or higher excluding closed-end funds and SPACs.

Research Coverage

• Data-driven methodology to score and rank deals
• Pre-IPO company tearsheet
• Pre-IPO fundamental research
• Pre-IPO valuation and pricing insights
• Post-IPO trading summary
• Post-IPO lock-up expiry preview

Within the first six months the senior analyst or analyst team will also be expected to offer a high-touch service for select institutional clients covering:

• Pre-deal:
  • Pre-positioning
  • Market intelligence/positioning/book color
  • Management meeting questions
  • Excel models
  • Bespoke notes for pre-IPO/cornerstone stake (NDA-driven)
• Post-deal:
  • Lock-up expiry trades
• Desk access:
  • Access to team via email/messaging
  • Direct calls

Qualifications

• Extensive research and/or investment experience for institutional clients (5 yrs)
• Demonstrated experience and network within US equity capital markets
• Demonstrated ability to write research

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work

Yes

Employment Type

Full-time

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Experience

years

Vacancy

1