Equity Research Associate
About The Position
RS Investments (an investment franchise of Victory Capital) Growth Team in San Francisco is hiring for an Equity Research Associate. In this role, you will provide support to the fundamental investment process working with senior analysts and portfolio managers who manage growth-oriented equity funds. This position requires regular interaction with Portfolio Managers and other associates as a valued contributor within an environment where initiative, teamwork, technical capabilities, and effective communication skills will be essential to your success. You will be well-prepared to develop stock coverage after 2 years. You will report to the Portfolio Manager.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree.
- 2 plus years of fulltime employment experience post-graduation.
- Experience with financial concepts, accounting, and strong financial modeling skills.
- Growth mindset and willingness to collaboration.
- Excellent written and verbal skills plus detail-orientation.
- High motivation with ability to be a self-starter and resourceful.
- Passion for investing and the stock market.
- Mastery of Excel (can perform complex functions) and proficiency with Factset and PowerPoint.
Responsibilities
- Work with our senior analysts to generate proprietary fundamental analysis of the sector, the industry, and the companies within scope of coverage.
- Engage with top management of companies, industry experts, sell-side analysts, and experienced colleagues.
- Participate in third party research calls and perform channel checks.
- Analyze financial statements and develop projections.
- Prepare comparable company analysis.
- Write stock recommendation summaries.
- Assist in stock coverage (earnings calls and updating models).
- Monitor daily research news flow and industries.
Benefits
- Victory Capital Management offers great Medical, Dental, Vision plans, Flexible PTO, Family Medical and Disability Leaves, and a 401k plan with a generous employer match.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
