Senior Equity Analyst & Reporter, CNBC

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Englewood Cliffs, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite fitness center

Gourmet cafeteria

Dry cleaning

Free shuttle to Manhattan, Brooklyn, …

Job summary

VERSANT Media's CNBC unit is seeking a senior equity analyst who can uncover compelling investment ideas and present them on air with clarity and authority.

You will conduct deep research, analyze financial statements and market trends, and engage with analysts, investors, and executives to translate complex data into accessible insights for viewers.

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience in equity research or writing similar content at major publication.
• Strong writing, research and communication skills.
• Quantitative skills to analyze complex data and provide insights.
• Deep understanding of financial markets and investment strategies.
• Ability to work in a high-intensity, deadline-driven environment.
• Collaborative approach and team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities through deep research and financial analysis.
• Reach out to executives and gather insights firsthand.
• Analyze balance sheets, income statements, and valuation metrics.
• Assess impact of technology, regulation, and macro trends.
• Communicate ideas clearly on air and in writing for viewers.
• Leverage relationships with Wall Street to provide fresh perspectives.

Skills

Equity research

Financial analysis

On-air writing/communication

Stakeholder outreach

C-suite outreach

Education

MBA or CFA credential

Job description

• Compensation: USD 150,000 - USD 200,000 - yearly

Company Description

VERSANT (Nasdaq: VSNT) is an industry-changing media and entertainment business and home to trusted brands that shape culture, inform audiences, and build lasting connections. It operates across four core markets: political news and opinion, business news and personal finance, golf, and sports and genre entertainment. These markets are served through a powerful portfolio of iconic and innovative brands, including CNBC, MS NOW, USA Network, Golf Channel, Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Versant's sports division USA Sports, along with complementary digital assets including Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow and GolfPass.

Job Description

CNBC is looking for a sharp, insightful senior equity analyst who can uncover compelling investment ideas and write or explain them on air with clarity and authority. This person will:

• Identify opportunities through deep research, rigorous analysis of company financials and market trends, and conversations with leading analysts, investors and industry leaders
• They should have no qualms about reaching out to C-suite executives or reporting on the ground to gather insights firsthand.
• The ideal candidate is fluent in balance sheets, income statements, and valuation metrics, and can recognize when changes in these figures may signal a shift in a company’s prospects.
• Their research should consider the impact of outside forces such as technological changes, regulation and the economy.
• They will be well-sourced among Wall Street professionals and skilled at turning those relationships into actionable insights and fresh perspectives.
• Their writing and on-air analysis should combine the depth of a Wall Street analyst with the accessibility of a skilled communicator, helping CNBC’s audience understand not just what to buy or sell, but the thinking behind each idea.

What we’ll offer:
At CNBC Headquarters in Englewood Cliffs, NJ, you’ll have access to great perks and amenities:

• Sweat it out-- Free onsite fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment, plus daily group classes
• Eat up-- Gourmet cafeteria with daily specials plus soup and salad bars
• Extras-- Dry cleaning
• Don’t have a car? No problem! We offer free shuttle transportation to and from multiple locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hoboken and Jersey City

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Salary Range - $150,000 – $200,000

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience in equity research or established track record of writing similar content at another major publication.
• Demonstrated record of outstanding writing, research and communication skills.
• Strong quantitative skills and a proven ability to analyze complex data sets to provide fresh insights.
• Deep understanding of financial markets and investment strategies.
• The ability to work effectively in a high-intensity environment, often under tight deadline pressures to produce differentiated written research
• A collaborative approach that welcomes working with teams.

You’ll stand out with:

• Clips of well researched investment ideas that went on to be successful
• A passion for investing and uncovering new trends on Wall Street.
• Established relationships with Wall Street investors and analysts
• Deep understanding of company fundamentals
• MBA and/or CFA credential
• Experience working in a fast-paced digital newsroom
• Strong presentation skills, with experience on camera, leading webinars or speaking at industry events.

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [e-mail] .

VERSANT Media is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. We include a good faith pay range for each position to comply with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and to promote equity across our organization. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and location and may include additional forms of compensation and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc.

VERSANT Media is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at VERSANT via-email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from VERSANT's Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the sole property of VERSANT. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by VERSANT as a result of the referral or through other means.

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Additional Requirements:

• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.