EQUITY RESEARCH ANALYST

This role is regulated by FINRA

As a Barclays Equity Research Analyst, you will have the opportunity to analyze industry macro trends and company financials under the direction of the Brokers, Asset Managers, & Exchanges Senior analyst. You will have the opportunity to research, analyze and forecast the impact of financial trends as well as varying corporate strategies. Global Equity Research provides the financial strategic advice necessary for successful asset management. 

Barclays is one of the world's largest and most respected financial institutions, with 329 years of success, quality and innovation behind us. We've helped millions of individuals and businesses thrive, creating financial and digital solutions that the world now takes for granted. An important and growing presence in the USA, we offer careers providing endless opportunity.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

• Building and maintaining financial models and industry databases for evaluating companies and market segments

• Reviewing business and trade publications, annual reports, financial filings and other sources in order to gather, synthesize and interpret data on companies followed by team

• Preparing research reports varying in size and scope from quick briefs on earnings results or strategic events to more in-depth, original thought pieces on a range of topics

• Writing research reports as and when required

• Communicating recommendations to sales, trading, management teams, institutional investor clients and other important stakeholders

• Developing marketing materials for clients and attend industry conferences where appropriate

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• Bachelor’s degree (no specific area) and two plus years of experience in investment research or investment banking

• Two plus years of experience in business modeling, financial statement analysis, and working with large data sets is required

• Two plus years of experience in written and verbal communication skills

• Exceptional interest in the subject matter and knowledge of covered companies is preferred

SKILLS THAT WILL HELP YOU IN THE ROLE:

• FINRA registrations:  SIE, Series 63, Series 86, Series 87

• Analytical and problem solving skills and a resourcefulness, entrepreneurial spirit with proven leadership qualities

• Demonstrated ability to work in a time sensitive environment with an ability to multi-task with excellent attention to detail

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

WHERE WILL YOU BE WORKING?

You will be working at our Americas Headquarters at 745 Seventh Avenue. This 37-story office tower is located in Times Square in the heart of Manhattan and features a cafeteria and fitness center.

We’re a global, vital and highly respected financial organisation with an inspiring Purpose. Operating in 50 countries and employing around 83,000 people across the world, we help communities, individuals and businesses thrive. And we’ve created financial solutions and technology that the world now takes for granted. A career with us can offer incredible variety, depth and breadth of experience, and the chance to learn from some of the best minds in technology and finance.