Global Industry Analyst, Consumer

Wellington Management Company; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Wellington Management Company is seeking a Global Industry Analyst focused on the Consumer sector in Boston, MA. This role involves conducting research and making investment recommendations, particularly within the Apparel & Retail industry. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 8 years in consumer investing and strong analytical skills.

Compensation ranges from USD 90,000 to 180,000, reflecting skills and experience. Additional benefits include a comprehensive package covering various health, dental, and retirement options, along with discretionary bonuses.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of consumer investing experience, preferably in apparel and retail.
• Strong analytical skills to connect sector insights with investment strategies.
• Growth mindset with the ability to incorporate feedback and new tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and generate investment recommendations within apparel and retail.
• Set research agendas and lead discussions with portfolio managers.
• Oversee client assets across multiple alpha sleeves.

Skills

Stock picking acumen

Successful stock recommendations

Analytical and valuation skills

Effective communication

Education

MBA, CFA, or CAIA preferred

Job description

About Us

Wellington Management offers comprehensive investment management capabilities that span nearly all segments of the global capital markets. Our investment solutions are tailored to the unique return and risk objectives of institutional clients in more than 60 countries, drawing on a robust body of proprietary research and a collaborative culture that encourages independent thought and healthy debate.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced equity investor to be a key member of our Consumer team within Global Industry Research (GIR) with responsibility for conducting research and making investment recommendations within the Apparel & Retail industry. The Global Industry Analyst (GIA) is a subject‑matter expert for the sector, generating superior investment returns through fundamental company, sector, and industry research and analysis. GIAs set their own research agendas, lead discussions with portfolio managers, and may serve as Portfolio Managers overseeing client assets across multiple alpha sleeves.

Essential Skills

• Stock picking acumen, alpha‑generating skill and passion for forward‑looking analysis.
• Track record of successful stock recommendations in the consumer sector.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity, take risk, and build robust risk and valuation frameworks.
• Creative, differentiated approach to identifying emerging company and sector trends.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and influence to build deep relationships with company management and portfolio managers.
• Growth mindset; self‑reflective, learning from feedback, and incorporating new tools and data.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years of consumer investing experience, preferably with apparel and retail exposure.
• Strong analytical and valuation skills with the ability to connect sector, company, and stock insights.
• Global perspective and strategic thinking within the Consumer sector.
• Unwavering fiduciary responsibility and commitment to client outcomes.
• Independent, accountable, and self‑motivated narrative ownership.
• Strong academic credentials; MBA, CFA, or CAIA strongly preferred.

Location

Global Industry Analyst will be based in Wellington’s Global Headquarters in Boston, MA, with an option for the New York office and regular travel to Boston.

Job Title

Global Industry Analyst, Consumer

Compensation

Base salary range: USD 90,000 – 180,000. The range reflects factors such as skill set, role, experience, and certifications. Additional rewards may include discretionary corporate bonus or incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package covering retirement, health and wellness, dental, vision, pharmacy, health savings, flexible spending, commuter, employee assistance, life and disability insurance, adoption assistance, backup childcare, tuition/CFA reimbursement, and paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Wellington Management is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, creed, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, medical condition, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.