Equity Research Associate - Technology

pipersandler; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Piper Sandler in Chicago, IL seeks an Equity Research Associate to join the Technology - Enterprise Software group. You will collaborate with senior analysts to build financial models, write company and industry reports, and develop investment recommendations for institutional investors.

Requirements include 1–3 years in equity research or investment banking, strong modeling skills, and a bachelor's degree in related fields. CFA progress is a plus; series 86/87 or willingness to obtain is noted.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of Equity Research or Investment Banking experience.
• Ability to thrive in a demanding and fast-paced environment that requires quick thinking and independence.
• Strong interest in the stock market and a track record of achievement.
• Outstanding interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Strong financial modeling experience; Securities Industry Essentials, Series 86/87, or willingness to obtain.

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, market the team's research to sales and institutional investors.

Skills

Financial modeling

Equity research

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Electrical Engineering or related degrees

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 Technology - Enterprise Software group at our Portland, OR, Minneapolis, MN or Chicago, IL offices.

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, Finance, Economics, Electrical Engineering or related degrees required
• Strong financial modeling experience required
• 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.