We’re working with a top-tier hedge fund that’s on the lookout for an exceptional Long/Short Equity Analyst to drive alpha in the financials sector. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, are passionate about financial markets, and want to make an immediate impact, this is the opportunity for you.
What You’ll Do:
- Own the research: Dive deep into financial institutions including banks, insurance companies, asset managers, and other financial services firms, uncovering high-conviction investment ideas for both long and short positions.
- Be a key decision-maker: Use your insights to influence portfolio strategies and collaborate closely with the team to execute on opportunities across various segments of the financials space.
- Master the models: Build sophisticated financial models and valuations for financial institutions, grounded in sector knowledge, market trends, and macroeconomic factors.
- Stay ahead of the curve: Lead the charge on identifying key industry shifts, regulatory changes, earnings catalysts, and macroeconomic trends that impact the financial markets.
- Drive performance: Leverage your sector expertise to generate alpha, dynamically adjusting positions based on real-time data and insights, ensuring strong risk-adjusted returns.
What We’re Looking For:
- Proven experience: 1+ years in buy-side, equity research or investment banking, ideally covering the financials sector (banks, insurance, asset management, etc.), with a strong track record of generating alpha.
- Sector expertise: Strong grasp of the financials landscape, including the ability to spot emerging trends, regulatory shifts, and key drivers affecting the performance of financial institutions.
- Advanced skills: Financial modeling, valuation, and analytical expertise that allows you to back up investment ideas with solid research and data-driven conviction.
- Dynamic mindset: Self-motivated, entrepreneurial, and able to thrive in a high-performance culture with a clear focus on delivering results.
- Team player: Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas clearly and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Why This Role?
- Impact: You’ll have a direct hand in shaping portfolio strategies and driving returns within the financials sector.
- Growth: High visibility and room for advancement in a hedge fund that’s pushing the envelope in innovation and financial market expertise.
- Reward: Competitive compensation with attractive performance-based incentives.
- Cutting-edge: Work with a team that’s leading the charge in financial market investing, using the best tools and data available.
