Lead Analyst - Equity Research - Chemicals Segment - Financial Services Firm

Equity Research - Lead Analyst - Chemicals

About Our Client :

Our Client is one of India's premier providers of financial advice and capital, and they are also known for their business 'acumen' that gives them the ability to see the big picture and understand the levers that affect business drivers

Our Client has five core business groups :

1. Investment Banking - Corporate Finance & Equity Capital Markets

2. Asset Management

3. Institutional Equities & Research

4. Global Private Clients

5. Non-Banking Finance Company (SME Lending).

Their focus revolves around providing innovative, tailor-made solutions, with a holistic view of client needs.

Job Summary :

- The position available is as a Lead Analyst in the Specialty Chemicals sector within the India Equity Research team, based in Mumbai.

- The selected candidate will be a lead coverage analyst with a focus on the companies and sector trends in the Specialty Chemicals industry.

Responsibilities

- Maintain detailed knowledge of key companies in the Specialty Chemicals sector including key drivers of the companies and understanding key catalysts

- Compile, maintain and analyze market/financial data; perform analysis and maintain earnings models on relevant companies; perform ad hoc client requests

- Build, maintain, and update company forecasts and valuation models

- Prepare research reports, slide presentations and other research-related documents on a local and regional level, incorporating ideas of how industry trends are impacting the sector

- Develop relationships with management and investor relations representatives from companies under coverage

- Formulate investment strategies and research recommendations for stocks under lead coverage

Education :

- CA or MBA

- A CFA -would be an advantage.

Experience : 7 years + experience in equity research

Skills :

- Strong modeling and database skills are essential

- Demonstrated ability to write high quality, evidence-based projects or reports

- An inquisitive nature and the ability to think logically whilst expressing your views in a clear and engaging manner

- Willingness to promote your ideas and work to a variety of stakeholders

- Creative Thinking : Ability to generate new ideas and possibilities, and to see business opportunities from a novel perspective

- Consulting Skills : Ability to provide business-related added value, including innovative approaches and new or improved solutions

- Flexibility : The capacity to adapt your approach in light of shifting priorities or changing conditions

- Team Orientation / Teamwork / Collaboration: The willingness to work as a member of the team

Language : Fluency (written and spoken) in English