Research Analyst/Senior Research Analyst - Equity Research

What you should expect from the role

A Research Analyst / Senior Research Analyst is responsible for executing research of a designated sector / geography for a leading sell-side research firm

• Build and update company and industry models
• Create and maintain databases using data from different sources
• Work on regular research publications - earnings previews, reviews, event updates, flash notes etc.
• Contribute meaningful research ideas for thematic publications
• Carry out sector analysis and come up with investment themes /ideas
• Keep a track of latest developments in the companies under coverage and the sector and incorporate these into the research publications etc.
• Conduct independent company-specific, economic, or trend analysis
• Publish written articles and research reports that summarize analysis & findings
• Develop and publish own industry forecasts, subject to review by senior team member
• Write and publish analytical articles with minimal supervision, and requiring little editing or input from senior team members
• Respond to client inquiries with respect to designated coverage areas
• Deepen research skills to prepare investment thesis and generated differentiated research ideas
• Get an opportunity to travel onsite and work closely with the onshore team and understand/experience the investment decision making process

What we expect from you

• Good understanding of finance / financial markets / accounting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to articulate well to the clients over phone and email
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy; Diligence and hard work
• Excellent MS Excel skills (including advanced excel)
• Willingness to stretch and be proactive
• Should be a strong team player

What we are looking for

• MBA (Finance) or Chartered Accountant with one to five years of prior experience
• Pursuing or cleared the CFA certification
• Prior experience in Equity Research
• Media and Telecom sector knowledge is preferred but not mandatory