Equity Research Analyst

JMN Investments Research; Chennai District; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

JMN Investments Research is seeking an Equity Research Analyst to join our team and gain hands-on exposure to live market events across global equity markets. You will work with senior analysts on in-depth company and sector analysis, rigorous financial modeling, and valuation work.

The role involves building detailed models (DCF, comps) and producing actionable investment insights, initiation reports, and earnings previews for clients and internal researchers.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years equity research experience.
• Strong accounting, corporate finance and valuation knowledge.
• Excellent financial modeling skills in Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform fundamental analysis of publicly listed companies across sectors.
• Build and maintain financial models (DCF, comps, precedent) and update with new data.
• Prepare initiation reports, earnings previews/reviews, and event notes.
• Analyze market developments and their impact on investment theses.
• Support client inquiries and prepare materials for calls/webinars.

Skills

Equity research

Financial modeling

Excel

Valuation

Communication

Education

CFA (pursuing)

MBA in Finance

CA

Tools

Bloomberg

Capital IQ

FactSet

Refinitiv

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated Equity Research Analyst to join our dynamic team of fundamental researchers. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on exposure to live market events—including mergers and acquisitions (M&A), IPO carve‑outs, spin‑offs, and other event‑driven opportunities across global equity markets. The ideal candidate will work closely with senior analysts to deliver actionable investment insights through in‑depth company and sector analysis, rigorous financial modeling, and valuation work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough fundamental analysis of publicly listed companies across sectors in the U.S. and Europe
• Monitor developments and news flow in coverage sectors; analyze implications for investment theses
• Assist in identifying and evaluating investment opportunities, particularly in event‑driven situations
• Build and maintain detailed financial models, including DCF, comparable company, and precedent transaction analyses
• Update models based on earnings releases, capital market activity, and management guidance
• Perform sensitivity and scenario analyses to assess valuation under varying business conditions
• Contribute to high-quality research publications, such as:
• Initiation reports
• Earnings previews and reviews
• Event updates and thematic notes
• Respond to client inquiries and prepare supporting materials for analyst calls and webinars
• Build and manage databases aggregating financial, industry, and macroeconomic data
• Assist in preparing pre‑market digests and conducting channel checks

Qualifications:

• 1–2 years of experience in equity research, either on the sell‑side or buy‑side
• Strong understanding of financial accounting, corporate finance, and equity valuation methodologies
• Excellent financial modeling skills with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to synthesize qualitative and quantitative insights to support investment recommendations

Preferred Qualifications:

• CFA (pursuing), CA, or MBA in Finance
• Familiarity with financial data platforms such as Bloomberg, Capital IQ, FactSet, or Refinitiv
• Exposure to global equity markets and event‑driven investment strategies