Desk Analyst - Risk Arbitrage

Berenberg•New York, NY

2d•$175,000 - $225,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Desk Analyst - Risk Arbitrage role is within the US Markets division in New York. The team focuses on US takeover situations and event-driven stories, including SPACs. They provide clients with a comprehensive service by researching, advising, and trading equities for hedge funds globally. The team has a strong reputation as a respected broker in the space, built on long-standing industry relationships. They collaborate with the broader Equities business at Berenberg in Europe to serve buy-side clients effectively.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience
Series 7 and 63 required
7+ years’ experience analyzing special situations as well as merger-arb opportunities
In depth knowledge of US takeover processes and strong understanding of on-going merger situations in North America
Excellent communication skills, ability to foster relationships and to cooperate effectively
Integrity and accountability – Maintaining the highest standards of market conduct and risk management
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills as well as high attention to detail

Responsibilities

Monitoring and analyzing North American corporate actions, mergers and special situations
Producing relevant analysis and research on US situations
Driving growth of US Special Situations franchise
Integral part of research/idea distribution to hedge funds
Growing client relationships as well as developing relationships internally with the broader Cash Equities business
Understanding drivers of relevant markets and establishing a high degree of competence with the clients