Research Analyst - U.S. Growth & Core (Financials)

William Blair•Chicago, IL

12d

About The Position

Join William Blair, the Premier Global Partnership, as a Financials Analyst on our buy-side domestic research team. This team is responsible for identifying quality growth and core companies that will generate above-average results for clients over time with generally less risk than the market. The team identifies these companies through a combination of rigorous fundamental research and systematic inputs, following a disciplined process that emphasizes team collaboration.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required
5+ years of investment research experience required
Investment analytics/economic research skills
Knowledge of data gathering and analysis best practices and methodologies
Strong written and verbal communications skills
Knowledge of investment concepts and products
Knowledge of applicable regulations
Ability to build relationships and collaborate with investment and research teams
Ability to work independently in support of team goals
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Bloomberg, and other investment industry standard data sources

Nice To Haves

MBA preferred
1-2 years in an Analyst seat preferred
Prior financials coverage within capital markets, consumer finance or fintech strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Develop detailed knowledge of assigned industry and companies to assess the relevance of market developments, news and related data.
Gather research data related to assigned industry and companies, and maintain accurate, current research databases.
Collect information on financial performance, competitive industry positioning, quality of company management, etc.
Utilize quantitative tools to analyze market sectors and trends and conduct statistical analyses.
Develop and maintain financial models for revenue and income forecasts, cash flow analysis, balance sheet and quarterly projections.
Prepare industry and company reports, presentations and exhibits to summarize research findings for economic research findings for Research teams and portfolio management teams.
Provide input for new investment ideas and portfolio positions.
May participate in meetings with company management, brokers, investment and research staff to obtain relevant research information and present analysis findings.
Document and maintain information for analysis activities.
Ensure all work activities are in compliance with applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Additional responsibilities as requested.