Address JOB DESCRIPTION
Posting Description
We are looking for an experienced candidate to join our Equity Research team as an Associate/ Analyst. In this role you will help to provide in-depth analysis and research. You will partner closely with external clients, internal partners and provide up to date, industry leading research. Key responsibilities include analyzing data, building models, discussing views with clients in Australia and overseas, assessing critical data points, understanding key analytical concepts, and using these to form a logical conclusion within the modelling/valuation process.
Research is a fast-paced, demanding and intellectually stimulating role. We look for candidates who possess strong accounting, finance, quantitative, writing and communication skills. Experience in modelling, forecasting, and valuation is also important. The role offers a good path for personal and professional development and excellent support to achieve these aims.
Job Responsibilities
Work with the senior analyst in the Australian Equity Research team covering stocks in the Oil & Gas, Power & Utilities, and Telecommunications sectors
Liaise with corporates and industry contacts to help form views on the sector and stocks
Communicate your team's ideas in a persuasive manner to external clients and the J.P. Morgan sales & trading desk
Contribute to thematic sector reports on the three sectors or cross-sector collaborations with other teams
Develop a wide range of industry contacts and organise corporate access events across listed and unlisted corporates for our clients
Respond promptly to client requests for analysis/data
Required qualification, capabilities, and skills
At least 3 years of work experience in Equity Research or a relevant role within banks, financial institutions, accounting or professional services firms. E.g. research, funds management, corporate finance, strategy
A relevant tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, Economics, etc.
Strong skills across Excel (including data gathering/manipulation), Word and PowerPoint; ability to build robust models with limited guidance
A solid understanding of finance and accounting and an interest in the banking sector and macroeconomics
A passion for equity markets
Strong written and oral communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and within a team environment
Dedication, curiosity, and the ability to contend with competitive pressures while remaining focused on client needs
Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills
Professional qualifications, e.g. CFA (or progress towards CFA) qualification
Ability to interact confidently with business clients and management
Some experience within financial markets, including an interest in personal investment
Industry experience in Oil & Gas and/or Telecommunications would be beneficial
ABOUT US
J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world’s most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
ABOUT THE TEAM
The Corporate & Investment Bank is a global leader across Investment Banking, wholesale payments, markets and securities services. The world’s most important corporations, governments and institutions entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. We provide strategic advice, raise capital, manage risk and extend liquidity in markets around the world.
