Equity Research Associate (Remote)

NextWave Consulting Ltd; Mumbai; Remote; INR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic consulting firm is seeking a detail-oriented Research Associate to join the team remotely. The candidate will conduct comprehensive research and analysis on investment banks and financial services firms, delivering high-quality client reports and managing financial databases in Excel. Ideal candidates should possess 2 to 5 years of research experience, particularly in financial analysis, and excel in communication and collaboration within diverse teams.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of experience in a similar research role.
• Strong background in Financial Analysis, including Balance Sheet and P&L analysis.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough quantitative and qualitative research using secondary sources.
• Analyze data and integrate datasets to derive insights.
• Develop and manage financial databases and models in Excel.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Research

Communication

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

⚠️ Please answer the short screening questions on research experience, Excel work, and asset classes/products worked on. Applications without these will not be reviewed.

Role: Research Associate

Preferred Experience (similar role): 2 to 5 years

About the Role:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Research Associate to join our dynamic team remotely, collaborating closely with colleagues in India and onshore partners. The successful candidate will play a vital role in conducting comprehensive research and analysis on the performance of investment banks and other financial services firms, utilizing secondary research sources. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality client reports, including in-depth research documents for ongoing quarterly projects as well as shorter-term assignments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate effectively with both onshore and offshore team members and partners to ensure seamless project execution.
• Conduct thorough quantitative and qualitative research using secondary sources such as web searches, published financial statements, and specialized databases.
• Analyze gathered data, perform estimations, and integrate proprietary datasets to derive actionable insights.
• Develop, maintain, and manage financial databases and models in Excel.
• Prepare and present comprehensive client reports, ensuring adherence to process standards, primarily using Excel and PowerPoint.
• Draft clear, concise qualitative summaries to complement quantitative research outputs.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong background in Financial Analysis and Research, with proven experience in Balance Sheet and P&L analysis.
• Familiarity with Investment Banking research, particularly equities, fixed income products, and a solid understanding of capital markets operations.
• Proficient in MS Office, with advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint being essential.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills for working within diverse teams.