Sell Side Research Associate, Travel, Leisure, & Transportation
About The Position
Susquehanna's Equity Research Department is seeking an Equity Research Associate to support coverage of the Travel, Leisure, and Transportation sectors in its New York office. The Associate will work under the guidance of a Senior Analyst on a team with multiple Associates and perform major research analyst functions, including company financial statement analysis, market research, and evaluation of competitive positioning. The role involves significant primary market research across the Travel, Leisure, and Transportation industries. The Associate will collect and analyze information on companies, industries, and broader factors driving global trade, engaging with public and private company management, trade associations, government agencies, and other industry experts. The Associate will help the Senior Analyst expand the team's contact network, maintain financial models, and create competitive profiles for companies. The position provides exposure to cyclical and secular analysis of industries reliant on global supply chains, with potential career paths in sell-side equity research, buy-side asset management, and business development or corporate strategy.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Demonstrated history of extreme attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
- Skilled at writing and research, with a commitment to concise verbal and written communication.
- Independent thinker motivated to learn about and excel in a dynamic industry where projects are typically open-ended and constantly evolving.
- Will not require sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future.
Nice To Haves
- 2–3+ years of work experience in finance or accounting preferred.
- Knowledge of Freight Transportation, Rail Equipment, or other Industrial sectors is a plus, but not required.
- Series 7, 63, 86, and/or 87 licenses are a plus, but not required.
Responsibilities
- Provide primary analytical support for the Senior Analyst covering the sector.
- Conduct proprietary research, including interviews with customers, competitors, and industry experts.
- Perform financial and valuation analysis by building and maintaining financial models and competitive profiles on companies under coverage.
- Gather and analyze data from company documents and materials, SEC and regulatory filings, industry publications, trade shows, and online data services.
- Interact with company management, SFG's internal sales force, and institutional investors at hedge fund and long-only clients.
- Monitor and evaluate company news and events.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Benefits are offered, but specific benefits are not listed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
