Equity Research Associate (Remote | Part-Time | $90 –$120/hr)

Call For Referral; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 123,984 - 165,312; Part time

Job summary

A financial services firm is seeking a part-time Equity Research Associate to work remotely. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience in investment banking or private equity, excelling in financial modeling and analysis. Responsibilities include building financial models, evaluating financial data for AI research, and producing quality reports. This role offers a flexible schedule with compensation up to $120 per hour based on expertise and experience, making it a great opportunity for those looking to balance work with other commitments.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of full-time experience at a top-tier investment bank or private equity firm.
• Proven ability to replicate real modeling work with rigor and precision.
• Strong analytical skills and financial modeling experience required.

Responsibilities

• Build financial models from scratch, reflecting real-world work.
• Evaluate and structure financial data for AI research.
• Produce high-quality written outputs reflecting domain expertise.

Skills

Financial modeling skills

Analytical reasoning

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Equity Research Associate (Remote | Part-Time | $90 –$120/hr)

Apply for the Equity Research Associate role at Call For Referral. This position offers a part‑time, remote opportunity with a flexible schedule and a pay range of $90–$120 per hour, based on skills and experience.

Base pay range

• $150.00/hr – $150.00/hr

Key Responsibilities

• Build financial models from scratch, mirroring real‑world on‑desk work
• Evaluate, refine, or structure financial data and modeling outputs for AI research
• Identify assumptions, drivers, sensitivities, and valuation logic
• Produce high‑quality written outputs reflecting domain expertise
• Work independently while adhering to structured task formats and timelines

Ideal Qualifications

• 2+ years of full‑time experience at a top‑tier investment bank or private equity firm
• Ability to replicate real modeling work with rigor and precision
• Exceptional communication, analytical reasoning, and financial modeling skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently

More About the Opportunity

• Fully remote and asynchronous – work around your existing schedule
• Expected commitment: 20+ hours per week
• Contract duration: through end of January, with possibility of extension
• Strong performance increases eligibility for future high‑paying projects with Mercor

Vetting & Qualification Process

• Behavioral interview (~10 minutes) to discuss prior deal work
• Technical assessment (< 30 minutes) evaluating financial expertise and modeling competence

Compensation & Contract

• $150 per hour

⚡ PS: Mercor reviews applications daily. Please complete your interview and onboarding steps to be considered for this opportunity. ⚡

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Finance

Industries

• Investment Banking, Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals, and Financial Services