Research Associate, Fintech, Payments & Processing

RBC•New York, NY

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for fundamental analysis of companies in the Fintech, Payments & Processing sector. This role involves assisting in the development and detailed modeling of company-specific financial models, coordinating, generating, and maintaining research reports, presentations, and databases. The associate will provide research support to analysts, develop expertise in the Fintech, Payments & Processing sector and the stocks under coverage, and support and answer client queries as they relate to the sector. Proactively identifying operational risks/control deficiencies in the business and reviewing and complying with Firm Policies applicable to business activities are also key responsibilities. Escalating operational risk loss events, control deficiencies, and risks identified to the line manager and relevant risk and control functions promptly is crucial.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree or similar qualification with a focus on Business, Mathematics or other quantitative fields
Licensing Requirements – Series 7, 63, 86 & 87, SIE
1-2 years experience in capital markets preferred
Excellent writing and communications skills
Strong PC skills specifically in Microsoft Office applications and sourcing data from the internet and various market data tools
Superior customer service focus and attitude for internal and external clients
Ability to perform under pressure and meet time sensitive deadlines, sometimes for extended periods of time
Commitment to task and an attention to detail
Ability to prioritize work and multi-task responsibilities
Self starter - must be organized and able to work independently
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work and coordinate effectively within a team environment

Nice To Haves

experience in the Fintech, Payments & Processing sector a definite asset but not specifically necessary

Responsibilities

Assist in the development and detailed modeling of company specific financial models
Coordinate, generate and maintain research reports, presentations and databases
Provide research support to analyst as required
Develop an expertise in the Fintech, Payments & Processing sector and the stocks under coverage
Support and answer client queries as they relate to the sector
Proactively identify operational risks/ control deficiencies in the business
Review and comply with Firm Policies applicable to your business activities
Escalate operational risk loss events, control deficiencies and risks that you identify to your line manager and the relevant risk and control functions promptly