Industrial Equity Research Associate - Data-Driven

Goldman Sachs, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Goldman Sachs in Houston seeks an Associate in Global Investment Research to contribute to equity research in the Industrials sector. You will build industry knowledge, write company reports, update financial models, and manage data infrastructure to support investment ideas.

You will collaborate with analysts, sales, and traders, communicating insights clearly and advancing our firm's research capabilities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3 years relevant work experience
• Strong understanding of equity research
• Demonstrated interest or previous experience in the Industrials sector
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong ability to perform financial statement, business and valuation analysis
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and creative skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Meticulous attention to detail, strong analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced, high-energy environment
• Passion for financial markets and a desire to build a career in equity research
• Comfortable taking initiative and being resourceful/entrepreneurial
• Demonstrated ability to think laterally and exercise good judgment
• Ability to multi‑task and work with numerous teams
• Proficiency in financial databases such as FactSet or Bloomberg
• FINRA certifications: SIE, 7, 86, or 87

Responsibilities

• Build strong industry knowledge of the Industrials sector
• Write reports/notes on companies under coverage and thematic industry ideas
• Update and build sophisticated financial models and work with large data sets
• Manage the team’s data infrastructure, including industry and company specific files
• Interpret data and perform analysis on company, market, economic and technology trends
• Collaborate with other business unit team members to share insights, exchange ideas, and benchmark best practices
• Communicate with the equities sales force and traders, clients and company managements

Skills

Equity research

Industrials sector

Financial analysis

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Bloomberg

FactSet

Job description

Goldman Sachs in Houston seeks an Associate in Global Investment Research to contribute to equity research in the Industrials sector. You will build industry knowledge, write company reports, update financial models, and manage data infrastructure to support investment ideas.

You will collaborate with analysts, sales, and traders, communicating insights clearly and advancing our firm's research capabilities in a fast-paced environment.