Research - LatAm Strategy Analyst / Associate

Morgan Stanley; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an equity strategist to join their dynamic LatAm Strategy team in New York. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with equity markets, working collaboratively with seasoned professionals while contributing to impactful research. The ideal candidate will possess a strong academic background in business, a keen interest in global macro trends, and the ability to analyze complex data. This innovative firm values diverse perspectives and offers a supportive environment where employees can thrive, making it an excellent choice for those looking to advance their careers in finance.

Benefits

Comprehensive Employee Benefits

Diversity and Inclusion Programs

Mentorship Opportunities

Flexible Work-Life Balance

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in business or equivalent required.
• Interest in global macro and LatAm is crucial for the role.

Responsibilities

• Participate in research production, data analysis, and report writing.
• Maintain and develop analytical tools and models for clients.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Statistical Skills

Team Collaboration

Interest in Global Macro and LatAm

Microsoft Excel

Education

Degree in Business Related Field

Tools

Statistical Packages

Job description

Role

The LatAm Strategy team is seeking an equity strategist to join the team in New York to focus on LatAm equity markets. The analyst would be part of the EM/LatAm Strategy team and work closely with LatAm equity analysts, FX and Fixed Income teams. The analyst or associate will be able to take part in all aspects of the research production – from idea generation, data analysis, report writing and then promoting to clients. The role will also involve maintenance and development of the various analytical tools and models produced by the team for clients. The analyst can expect to learn from and work with senior members of the team on specific projects, the results of which are published and sent out to clients.

Qualifications - External

Skills

1. You have a strong academic background with a degree in a business related field, or equivalent.
2. A strong interest in global macro and LatAm is a critical pre-requisite for the role.
3. Previous work experience in equity markets or macro would be a material advantage.
4. Ability to work collaboratively as a team player and interact effectively with other research teams across the firm.
5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
6. Statistical and quantitative skills with a background in Microsoft Excel or any statistical package.
7. Ability to demonstrate competence with numerical concepts and tools.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:

We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 85 years. At our foundation are five core values — putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back — that guide our more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find trusted colleagues, committed mentors and a culture that values diverse perspectives, individual intellect and cross-collaboration. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry.

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $110,000 and $125,000 per year for Analyst and between $150,000 and $200,000 per year for Associate, at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.

Morgan Stanley's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our standards of integrity and excellence. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees.

It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce (M/F/Disability/Vet).