Research Analyst/Senior Research Analyst - Equity Research - CA/CFA

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

Educational Qualification - CA/MBA/CFA