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Job Description: Senior Equity Research Analyst (Financial Sector)
Job Title: Senior Equity Research Analyst (Financial Sector)
Department: Research and Analysis
Location: Mumbai
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Equity Research Analyst specializing in the financial sector. As a Senior Equity Research Analyst, you will be responsible for providing in-depth analysis and recommendations on various financial companies, including banks, insurance firms, asset managers, and other financial institutions. Your research and insights will play a vital role in guiding investment decisions for our clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive research and analysis of the financial sector, including financial statements, industry trends, regulatory developments, and macroeconomic factors.
- Provide detailed coverage and analysis of specific companies within the financial sector, including financial modeling, valuation, and forecasting.
- Create and maintain financial models, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, to assess the financial performance and prospects of companies.
- Monitor and evaluate key financial metrics, such as profitability ratios, asset quality, liquidity, and capital adequacy, to identify investment opportunities and risks.
- Develop and maintain relationships with company management, industry experts, and sell-side or buy side analysts to gather insights and validate research findings.
- Write comprehensive equity research reports, investment recommendations, and sector-specific thematic research notes.
- Present research findings, investment theses, and recommendations to internal stakeholders, including portfolio managers, investment committees, and clients.
- Stay updated with industry news, regulatory changes, and market developments to anticipate potential impacts on the financial sector.
- Mentor and provide guidance to junior research analysts, assisting in their professional development and enhancing team effectiveness.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a related field. A master's degree or CFA designation is highly preferred.
- Proven experience as an Equity Research Analyst, specifically covering the financial sector. Experience in sell-side or buy-side research is highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of financial statement analysis, accounting principles, and valuation techniques.
- Excellent understanding of the financial sector, including the banking industry, insurance sector, asset management firms, and other financial institutions.
- Proficiency in financial modeling, including building complex financial models in Excel.
- Solid analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and industry trends.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively present research findings and investment recommendations.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects with competing deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality research reports.
- Proactive and curious mindset, continuously seeking new information and staying updated with market developments.
Note: This job description serves as a general summary of the primary responsibilities and qualifications for this role and is subject to periodic updating and refinement.
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Banking & Finance
Job Code
1261690