Airlines & Freight Equity Research Analyst

860 Morgan Stanley Svcs Canada Co; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Stanley in New York City seeks an Analyst/Associate for the Airlines & Freight Transportation research team. You will build financial and industry models, translate data into research notes, and engage with management, investors, and cross-functional teams to articulate differentiated stock calls.

The role emphasizes rigorous analysis, collaboration, and the use of AI-enabled tools to accelerate research while preserving data integrity and professional judgment.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of equity research or investment banking experience.
• Experience or knowledge in airlines or freight transportation desirable.
• Proven Excel modeling experience; advanced proficiency required.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to present analysis clearly.
• Genuine interest in public markets, stock valuation, and investor debates.
• Comfort with AI-enabled tools and new technologies, with data-output verification.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain financial, valuation, and industry models.
• Translate data into insightful research reports with clear investment theses.
• Develop relationships with management and investor relations teams.
• Engage with institutional investors with in-depth questions and bespoke requests.
• Support internal sales and trading with timely sector analysis.
• Adopt AI-enabled tools while maintaining analytical rigor and data integrity.
• Conduct industry diligence through surveys, expert calls, and channel checks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to produce larger industry reports.

Skills

Excel modeling

Financial analysis

Data interpretation

Strong communication

AI in research

Airlines knowledge

Education

CFA designation or progress toward CFA

Tools

Python

Excel

Job description

Morgan Stanley in New York City seeks an Analyst/Associate for the Airlines & Freight Transportation research team. You will build financial and industry models, translate data into research notes, and engage with management, investors, and cross-functional teams to articulate differentiated stock calls.

The role emphasizes rigorous analysis, collaboration, and the use of AI-enabled tools to accelerate research while preserving data integrity and professional judgment.