Equity Research Associate – Power Generation

Piper Sandler & Co.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Piper Sandler & Co. in New York, NY, seeks an Equity Research Associate for the Energy - Power Generation group. You will work with senior analysts to research companies and industries, build models, and develop investment recommendations.

The role emphasizes rigorous financial analysis, client-ready research reports, and relationships with management teams. Starting salary ranges from $80,000 to $125,000 per year, with total compensation competitive with the market.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of Equity Research or Investment Banking experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Strong financial modeling experience.
• Outstanding interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Preferred experience in power/renewable energy sector.
• Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) and Series 86/87 required (or willingness to obtain). Progress towards CFA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work in partnership with the senior analyst to conduct extensive company and industry research.
• Create financial models and valuation analyses.
• Write company reports, industry reports, and develop investment recommendations.
• Form relationships with company management teams through meetings, calls, roadshows, etc.
• Make company visits and attend industry conferences.
• Assist in marketing the team’s research and recommendations to the sales force and institutional investors.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Quantitative skills

Organizational skills

Team player

Adaptability to fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SIE license

Series 86/87

Job description

Job Description: At Piper Sandler, we connect capital with opportunity to build a better future. We believe that diverse teams with unique backgrounds, skills and experiences yield more innovative solutions. This is reflected in our commitment to engage, hire, and retain bright, committed people to work in partnership within an inclusive environment that allows each person to achieve personal success and add value to our teams and communities.

We are currently looking for an Equity Research Associate to join our Energy - Power Generation group in our New York, NY office.

Responsibilities

• Work in partnership with the senior analyst to conduct extensive company and industry research
• Create financial models and valuation analyses
• Write company reports, industry reports, and develop investment recommendations
• Form relationships with company management teams through meetings, calls, roadshows, etc.
• Make company visits and attend industry conferences
• As associates develop industry expertise, they will have additional responsibility for marketing their team's research and investment recommendations to our sales force and to institutional investors.

Requirements

• 1-3 years of Equity Research or Investment Banking experience;
• Ability to thrive in a demanding and fast-paced environment that requires the ability to think quickly on one's feet and work independently
• A strong interest in the stock market and a demonstrated record of professional, academic and personal achievement
• Outstanding interpersonal and written communication skills
• Outstanding quantitative and organizational skills
• A strong competitive spirit balanced by a proven ability to work as part of a team
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Strong financial modeling experience required
• Preferred industry experience specifically the power/renewable energy space
• Securities Industry Essentials, Series 86 and 87 required (or willingness to obtain) Progress towards CFA a plus

As a leading investment bank, we enable growth and success for our clients through deep sector expertise, candid advice and a differentiated, highly productive culture.

In equities, our sales & trading teams facilitate public offerings in our core sectors and dedicate significant levels of firm capital to ensure the highest aftermarket support.

We are a market maker and/or transact in 2,500 securities, offering traditional, algorithmic and program trading approaches.

Our 50+ senior analysts produce industry-leading, deep-sector research on more than 800 stocks under coverage, including one of the largest small/mid cap coverage universes on the Street.

We also empower our investors with focused, best-in-class macro research.

Our Institutional Investor top-ranked analysts utilize independent processes that provide impartial insights into economic trends, energy, portfolio strategy, technical analysis, policy actions and political developments. Learn more about our equities team here.

Piper Sandler values a strong culture dedicated to the emotional and physical well-being of our employees. Learn more about our commitment to our employee’s health, well-being, our benefits program and how we are here for our employees and their families today, tomorrow and beyond here.

The anticipated starting salary range for individuals expressing interest in this position is $80,000 - $125,000 per year.

Placement within this range is dependent upon level of experience. This position is eligible for annual incentive compensation which will be a part of the total compensation. Total compensation for this position will be competitive with the market.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran or status with regard to public assistance.

At Piper Sandler, we connect capital with opportunity to build a better future. As a leading investment bank, we enable growth, navigate complexities and support the success of our clients by delivering candid advice, deep sector expertise and a comprehensive set of products and capabilities. We transcend transactions to define possibilities- enabling clients to achieve their short-term goals while realizing their long-term vision. Founded in 1895, the firm is headquartered in Minneapolis with offices across the U.S. and in London, Aberdeen, Zurich, Munich, Abu Dhabi and Paris.