The Equity Research department covers over 900 stocks across diverse sectors, and provides equity strategy, quantitative analysis and portfolio management services to our clients. Within this, we are currently searching for an associate for our Building Products research team in our New York office. This is a 10-month contract position to cover a maternity leave. As an Equity Research Associate, the successful candidate will work closely with an analyst in support of providing insights and research on numerous companies across the Building Products spectrum. The work environment involves collaboration, co-ordination and a shared knowledge base with the analyst and rest of the team. Group Culture: This is a very collaborative team made up of 1 analyst and two associates and part of a greater team of 85 globally. Candidate will also be working with Sales, Trading, and Investment Banking teams. This team sits in the Manhattan office (4 days per week in office, no more than 2 remote Fridays per month) and the working hours are 7am-5pm EST. Some main responsibilities include:
Daily writing of research reports and comments
Analysis of financial statements and press releases
Examination of industry databases and publications
Completion of extraordinary information and data requests
Creation and maintenance of detailed financial models
Communication of recommendations to internal and external clients
Participation in site visits and management meetings
Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.
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- 1-2 years of equity research and post-secondary degree in a related field of study.
- Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Bloomberg
- Ability to systematically manage a heavy work load and meet stringent deadlines
- Flexibility to work irregular or extended hours
- Polished and comfortable working with stakeholders of all seniority levels
- Previous experience with FactSet/Cap IQ an asset
- FINRA/SIE certified an asset
- Series 7, 63, 86, and 87 licenses are a plus.
- MBA, CPA/CA and/or CFA certification is preferred.
- Prior industry experience in the building product/homebuilding industry
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.