Airlines & Freight Equity Research Analyst

Morgan-Stanley; Town of Islip (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Stanley seeks an Analyst/Associate to join the Airlines & Freight Transportation research team in New York City. You will build financial and industry models, translate data into actionable research, and engage with management and investors.

Knowledge of Excel and Python is valuable; CFA progress is a plus. The role offers a path from Analyst to Associate with competitive pay and a broad benefits package at Morgan Stanley.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of professional experience in equity research or investment banking.
• Experience in airlines and/or freight transportation is desirable.
• Proficiency in building and maintaining financial models in Excel.
• Strong communication and ability to present analysis clearly.
• Interest in public markets and willingness to adopt AI-enabled tools with verification.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain financial, valuation, and industry models.
• Translate company and industry data into insightful research reports with clear debates and stock calls.
• Develop and maintain relationships with management and investor relations teams.
• Engage with institutional investors, answer questions, and discuss theses.
• Support internal sales and trading with timely sector analysis and news.
• Apply AI-enabled tools to accelerate research while validating outputs.

Skills

Financial modeling

Excel proficiency

Equity research

Python

Communication skills

Industry research

AI tools

Education

CFA designation / progress

Tools

Excel

Python

Job description

Morgan Stanley seeks an Analyst/Associate to join the Airlines & Freight Transportation research team in New York City. You will build financial and industry models, translate data into actionable research, and engage with management and investors.

Knowledge of Excel and Python is valuable; CFA progress is a plus. The role offers a path from Analyst to Associate with competitive pay and a broad benefits package at Morgan Stanley.