Equity Research Associate/VP - Life Insurance at Morgan Stanley

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Mar, 26

Salary

250000.0

Posted On

23 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Earnings Modeling, Valuation Modeling, Industry Analysis, Reserve Analysis, Actuarial Valuation, Data Analysis, Research Writing, Excel Proficiency, Investor Relations, Industry Diligence, Primary Research, Surveys, Conference Calls, Channel Checks, Attention to Detail, Adaptability

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Create and maintain earnings, valuation and industry models leveraging skills in accounting, finance and economics. Perform reserve analysis, and actuarial valuation reports based on filings. Write research reports for initiations of coverage, analysis of data, earnings results, and industry news. Interact with institutional investors, respond to requests for models and data analysis. Keep abreast of industry-related news flow. Analyze implications of news/industry developments to companies under coverage. Develop and maintain relationships with investor relations personnel and management of companies under coverage. Conduct industry diligence and primary research through surveys, expert conference calls, and various channel checks to evaluate industry trends. Assist internal sales and trading teams in the timely analysis of breaking news in the sector. Preferred but not required: 2+ years of professional experience in Life Insurance Industry, Insurance Consulting, Rating Agency, Equity Research, Investment Banking, Capital Markets or Actuarial background. Experience utilizing Excel to Build / Maintain Financial models, an advanced level of excel proficiency is expected and required. Experience writing in a professional capacity, e.g. crafting equity research notes / correspondence; presentation and/or development of industry reports. Expected to be adaptable and have the ability to work well under pressure. Strong attention to detail is a must. Life insurance industry experience is a plus. We do it in a way that's differentiated - and we've done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren't just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There's also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work. To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser. Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $150,000 and $200,000 per year for Associate, and between $225,000 and $250,000 per year for VP, at the commencement of employment. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees. It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Responsibilities

Create and maintain financial models and write research reports on life insurance companies. Interact with institutional investors and analyze industry developments.