2024 Equity Research Associate (Multiple Locations)

Job Summary

Under general supervision, uses specialized knowledge and skills obtained through experience, specialized training or certification to support Equity Analyst in preparing industry and company research by collecting, organizing, and analyzing data, writing investment-related research reports, and creating/maintaining financial models. Responsible for assembling and analyzing data on select growth companies. Help to identify and formulate new investment ideas in targeted industry groups to support the generation of new business activity. The ideal candidate is client-service oriented, detail-oriented, and can thrive in a team-driven and fast-paced environment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintains databases and spreadsheets pertaining to their industry and related companies.
• Prepares internal and external written reports and presentations to communicate research findings, news events, and investment ideas resulting from security analyses.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Develops expertise on industry and related companies in order to assess the relevance of news and other data.
• Works with Senior Research Analysts in defining and documenting objectives and approaches for specific research projects and studies
• Develops financial models for revenue and income forecasts, cash flow analysis, balance sheet, and quarterly projections.
• Performs quantitative and qualitative analysis of macroeconomic variables that impact assigned industry.

Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of

• Financial markets and products.
• Advanced concepts, practices, and procedures of Equity Research.
• Principles of banking and finance and securities industry operations.
• Company’s working structure, policies, mission, and strategies.

Skill in

• Accounting and financial statement analysis.
• Data analytics/Coding skills strongly preferred
• Identifying relationships, drawing logical conclusions, interpreting results, and communicating findings both orally and in writing.
• Microsoft Office suite, with an intermediate/advanced knowledge of Excel
• Building accurate computer-generated financial models.
• Using technical/professional knowledge, interpersonal and sales skills to obtain customers’ commitment to ideas, services, or products.
• Quantitative and analytical analysis sufficient to assist in the development of corporate financial projections and equity valuation metrics.

Ability to

• Work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Convey information clearly and effectively through both formal and informal documents.
• Project a positive, professional image both internal and with external business contacts.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels of the organization; including negotiating resources.
• Use appropriate interpersonal styles and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing with all organizational levels.
• Organize, manage, and track multiple detailed tasks and assignments with critical deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.
• Attend to detail while maintaining a big picture orientation.
• Interpret and apply policies and identify and recommend changes as appropriate.

Educational/Previous Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) in business-related or data analytics field.
• Any equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training approved by Human Resources.
• OR ~
• Demonstrated interest in the financial markets

Licenses/Certifications

• FINRA Series 86/87 licenses or the ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire.
• FINRA Series 63 may be required, depending on domicile
• SIE required provided that an exemption or grandfathering cannot be applied, or the ability to obtain within three (3) months of hire.

At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view.

We expect our associates at all levels to:

• Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind
• Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same
• Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter
• Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes
• Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm

At Raymond James – we honor, value, respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic self, our organization, clients and communities thrive, it is part of our part of our people-first culture. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.

Job :

Accounting & Finance

Primary Location :

US-FL-St. Petersburg-Saint Petersburg

Organization :

Equity Research

Schedule :

Full-time

Shift :

Day Job

Travel :

Yes, 10 % of the Time

Salary Range: CO, NY, CA, WA (based on Education, Work Experience, and Geographic Location)

90,000-110,000