Job Title: Research Head

Location: Mumbai

Experience: 8+ Years

Industry: Capital Markets / Equity Research

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Research Head to lead the Equity Research function. The incumbent will be responsible for developing and overseeing the research strategy, managing a team of analysts, delivering high-quality investment insights, and supporting business growth through actionable research recommendations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Research Strategy & Leadership:

- Define and implement the overall research strategy aligned with business objectives.

- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of research analysts across sectors and market segments.

- Establish research methodologies, frameworks, and quality standards to ensure high-quality research output.

- Drive innovation in research processes, tools, and analytical models.

2. Equity & Market Research:

- Oversee fundamental and technical research coverage across listed companies and sectors.

- Generate high-conviction investment ideas supported by detailed financial and industry analysis.

- Monitor macroeconomic developments, industry trends, regulatory changes, and market dynamics.

- Prepare and review thematic reports, sector reports, initiation reports, earnings reviews, and market outlook reports.

- Provide strategic investment recommendations for clients and stakeholders.

3. Client & Business Support:

- Represent the research function in client meetings, webinars, conferences, and industry interactions.

- Support business teams through actionable market insights and investment recommendations.

- Engage with institutional investors, HNIs, and key stakeholders to discuss market outlook and investment opportunities.

- Conduct investor education sessions, webinars, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.

4. Team Management & Development:

- Lead recruitment, training, and performance management of research analysts.

- Allocate sector responsibilities and ensure timely delivery of research reports.

- Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and analytical excellence.

- Conduct regular review meetings to assess research quality and analyst performance.

5. Risk Management & Compliance:

- Ensure compliance with applicable research regulations and internal governance policies.

- Maintain the highest standards of research integrity, objectivity, and ethical conduct.

- Monitor research processes to ensure adherence to regulatory and compliance requirements.

- Review research publications before dissemination.

6. Stakeholder Management:

- Collaborate closely with Sales, Wealth Management, Asset Management, Investment Banking, and other business teams.

- Present research findings and market outlook to senior management.

- Build relationships with company management teams, industry experts, institutional investors, and market participants.

Education & Qualifications:

- MBA (Finance), CA, CFA, FRM, or equivalent qualification.

- SEBI Research Analyst Registration/Certification preferred.

- Strong financial modeling and valuation expertise preferred.

Experience:

- 8+ years of experience in Equity Research, Investment Research, Asset Management, Institutional Research, or Capital Markets.

- Minimum 3 years of experience managing and leading research teams.

- Strong track record in stock selection, sector analysis, and investment recommendations.

- Experience interacting with institutional investors, HNIs, and senior corporate management teams.