Senior Equity Research Analyst

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive fundamental research on companies across assigned sectors, covering financial statements, business models, industry dynamics, competitive positioning, and growth prospects.
• Perform extensive secondary research using financial databases, public information, industry reports, social media, and other relevant research sources.
• Develop independent, data-backed investment views by identifying business trends, financial risks, growth drivers, and potential market opportunities.
• Build, maintain, and update detailed financial models to forecast company performance and determine valuation estimates and price targets.
• Prepare high-quality equity research reports with clear narratives, well-supported analysis, and actionable investment recommendations.
• Monitor sector developments, macroeconomic trends, market movements, and regulatory changes, assessing their potential impact on companies and investment performance.
• Evaluate company financial performance, earnings announcements, corporate actions, and valuation metrics to identify investment opportunities and risks.

• Serve as a trusted research and market intelligence partner to institutional investors, multinational corporations, and large enterprise clients.
• Develop a strong understanding of client business contexts, investment objectives, portfolio priorities, and research requirements.
• Engage with company management teams to gather relevant information, validate investment hypotheses, and develop deeper business insights.
• Collaborate with sales and trading teams to communicate research findings, share timely market updates, and support client investment decisions.
• Participate in client meetings, investor conferences, and company interactions to present research findings and investment recommendations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with institutional clients, company executives, and internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of research quality, sector coverage, and the overall investment research offering.

Qualifications & Experience

• Demonstrated experience in equity research, fundamental analysis, financial modelling, and company valuation.
• Prior experience at a leading brokerage firm, investment bank, or equity research firm is highly desirable.
• Strong proficiency in financial statement analysis, forecasting, valuation methodologies, and investment analysis.
• Ability to develop and communicate independent investment views supported by rigorous research and quantitative analysis.
• Deep understanding of the Indian equity markets, industry dynamics, and the applicable regulatory environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information and investment recommendations clearly.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving abilities, along with sound commercial judgment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with institutional clients, company management, and internal teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related discipline. An MBA in Finance or CFA qualification is preferred.

Must-Have Skills

• Equity Research Analysis
• Fundamental Analysis
• Financial Modelling & Valuation
• Financial Statement Analysis
• Indian Equity Markets

Good-to-Have Skills

• Equity Research
• Quantitative Analysis
• Investment Banking or Brokerage Experience
• Institutional Client Engagement
• Sector and Industry Research
• CFA or MBA in Finance