Equity Research Associate - European Capital Goods

at  Bernstein

Posted by
Victoria Williams
Recruiting Consultant
We are looking for a Research Associate to join our European Capital Goods team in London. Capital Goods companies typically manufacture equipment and provide services to other sectors across a wide range of end markets. Our teams are small in number, and you will have a high level of responsibility and be empowered to make an important contribution.

As a Research Associate on the European Capital Goods team you will:

• Acquire expertise in the European Capital Goods sector and the issues facing this broad suite of companies
• Become adept at in-depth analysis of your industry and companies
• Demonstrate idea generation and make significant contributions to our highly differentiated written product and forward-looking financial analysis
• Develop relationships with institutional clients, sales and trading, as well as interact with senior management of companies in your industry

We make a strong commitment to Associate development, and give you opportunities to rapidly gain visibility and incremental responsibility. While our culture is intellectually rigorous, it is also very collegial and fun – Associates participate in a range of activities including philanthropy, development and leadership programs, social events, mentoring and annual on- and off-sites.

QUALIFICATIONS

To be considered for this role candidates must hold an accountancy qualification (ACA/CA/ACCA/CPA) from a Big 4 firm.

Our Research Associates typically also possess:

• A 1st class or 2:1 undergraduate degree in an academic subject from a highly ranked university
• A clear interest in investment analysis (demonstrated by the completion, or intention to complete, one or all levels of CFA exams)
• Excellent broad-based analytical skills built upon a quantitative undergraduate degree. Experience in programming and statistical analysis is highly valued but not essential.
• Finance related skills e.g. financial and market modelling, valuation and M&A analysis are a plus
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Relentless intellectual curiosity and a drive to excel at the highest level

We look for consummate team players who seek a highly rigorous and collegial environment for their career development. These are typically 3-5 year positions with outstanding growth potential. Historically, our associate positions have proven to be excellent platforms for successful professional careers in investing.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Bernstein is widely recognized as a premier global equity research and brokerage firm, with a trading platform that spans the US, Europe, and Asia. Our research and trading capabilities are sought out by leading investment managers around the world, and we have a long history of our research receiving #1 rankings for overall quality and industry knowledge.
Research is our legacy and foundation. Our brand is defined by our Blackbooks, renowned for their in-depth quantitative forecasts and unmatched industry expertise. Our Research Analysts are thought leaders who typically have many years of direct experience in the industries they cover. Our reputation is for the very highest caliber of disciplined investment and industry analysis.
In 2019 Bernstein acquired Autonomous Research, a highly regarded global financial services independent research firm. This acquisition further strengthened us as the preeminent provider of the highest-quality research to our clients worldwide.
On April 1, 2024, AllianceBernstein and Societe Generale announced the official launch of Bernstein, a new joint venture expanding our global cash equities and equity research business. Clients now have unparalleled equity liquidity access and a full range of integrated services, leveraging Bernstein’s cash equities and research capabilities and Societe Generale’s equity derivatives, prime services and equity capital markets offering.
If you feel you have the required experience and qualifications, then please apply, and we will manage your application. At Bernstein, we believe our people are our strength and are core to the success of our business. As such, we search for, recruit and appoint the best available person on the basis of aptitude and ability, regardless of sex, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, pregnancy, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, belief or gender identity

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