Equity Policy Research Associate

Fwainvest; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Raymond James is seeking an Equity Research Associate focused on Washington Policy in Arlington, VA. The role analyzes regulations, geopolitics, and macro developments and their impact on financial markets.

You will prepare written studies, interpret policy changes, and support investment decision-making under supervision. Ideal candidates bring 1–3 years of public policy experience, strong writing skills, and familiarity with legislative processes.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of public policy experience across executive/legislative branches or trade associations.
• Strong writing skills and knowledge of legislative/regulatory processes.
• Proficient PC skills to produce documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Use policy expertise to analyze key themes and trends with data sources and BI tools.
• Understand geopolitics, defense, trade, energy, and other policy areas relevant to markets.
• Prepare written reports detailing policy ramifications and likelihood of changes.
• Develop relationships within internal teams to deliver high-quality professional services.

Skills

Policy analysis

Research writing

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in International Relations

Economics/Public Policy

Tools

MS Office

Business intelligence tools

Job description

Raymond James is seeking an Equity Research Associate focused on Washington Policy in Arlington, VA. The role analyzes regulations, geopolitics, and macro developments and their impact on financial markets.

You will prepare written studies, interpret policy changes, and support investment decision-making under supervision. Ideal candidates bring 1–3 years of public policy experience, strong writing skills, and familiarity with legislative processes.