Analyst

DRIEHAUS CAPITAL MANAGEMENT•Chicago, IL

12d•$90,000 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Driehaus Capital Management LLC is a privately held investment management firm that manages global, emerging markets, US growth equity and alternative investment strategies. The firm has a diverse institutional client base comprised of corporate and public pensions, endowments, foundations, sub-advisory, family offices, wealth managers and financial advisors, globally. Our office is in downtown Chicago, IL (River North neighborhood) and we offer a full benefits package along with the potential of a hybrid work schedule following an initial training period. We are seeking an Associate Analyst/Analyst with at least 2 years of equity analysis research experience to support our Emerging Markets team. Position offered (Associate Analyst vs Analyst) depends on relevant years of experience and skill set.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree is required.
Investment professional with at least 2 years of equity analysis experience (buy-side experience preferred).
Demonstrated interest in investment management and global markets.
Passion for growth investing and a demonstrated in pursuing a career in equity research.
Familiarity with using either Factset or Bloomberg.
Strong accounting and finance skills.
Ability to communicate ideas, strong presentation skills, decisive, curious and willingness to learn.
High impact individual who can think independently, make decisions quickly, and have the confidence and drive to be successful.

Responsibilities

Research and evaluate new investment ideas for assigned portfolios which meet investment objectives and portfolio requirements.
Analyze markets, competitive positioning, industry publications, data releases, regulatory events, earnings reports, published research and technical factors.
Prepare written reports for Portfolio Manager(s) to review which include investment ideas and reasons supporting ideas based on analysis of relevant factors.
Recommend stocks to purchase within the assigned area(s).
Conduct research on existing holdings to determine whether or not they continue to meet stated investment objectives and recommend changes in holdings if no longer compatible with investment objectives.
Assess fundamental and technical trends within the assigned area(s) to generate appropriate investment ideas and contribute to asset allocation decisions.
Monitor and interpret major ESG-related company developments, best practices, themes, and trends affecting companies, sectors, and industries.