Small Mid Cap/SMID Industrials, Equity Research Analyst

CFA Institute; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in London seeks an investment analyst to produce research notes and recommendations. The ideal candidate will have a passion for investing and skills in numeracy, analysis, and communication. Responsibilities include developing distinctive analyses and managing relationships. A commitment to pursue CFA qualifications is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven passion for investing with a track record of material alpha generation.
• Exceptional skills in analysis and accounting.
• Commitment to pursue CFA or other regulatory qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Produce comprehensive research notes with investment recommendations.
• Participate in internal and external meetings, sharing investment perspectives.
• Develop and present industry analyses to strengthen thought-leadership.

Skills

Investment analysis

Numeracy skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

CFA Level 1 or Full IMC exam

IMC Unit 1 exam

Job description

Responsibilities

• Produce comprehensive research notes with strong investment recommendations using diverse due diligence and valuation methods
• Participate in key internal and external meetings, contributing your investment perspectives when appropriate
• Serve as a primary contact for companies, managing relationships and interactions
• Collaborate across the firm by sharing your expertise and insights with fellow investment professionals
• Develop and present distinctive industry and thematic analyses to strengthen our client's Shorting thought-leadership

Requirements

• Proven passion for investing, ideally with a verified track record of material alpha generation
• Exceptional skills in numeracy, analysis, accounting, communication, and teamwork
• Requirement to complete the IMC Unit 1 exam and either CFA Level 1 or Full IMC exam unless already exempt
• Commitment to pursue CFA and/or other required regulatory qualifications as necessary