Our client is an investment bank who are looking for:
Equity Research Associate – Energy & Natural Resources
Location:London
Key Responsibilities:
- Support senior analysts in company and sector coverage across the Energy & Natural Resources space (UK and Continental Europe).
- Prepare research materials: draft note skeletons, data analysis, and sector updates.
- Analyse economic, financial, and industry trends to generate original insights.
- Build and review company/sector models, conduct statistical and financial analysis.
- Prepare investment cases, presentations, and internal research summaries.
- Respond to client, sales, and trading desk enquiries with timely and accurate data.
- Begin own coverage of 1–2 companies under senior guidance.
Requirements:
- Strong academic background with finance, economics, or technical qualifications; progress toward CFA an advantage.
- Completion (or willingness to complete) UK Financial Regulation and Securities exams.
- Excellent analytical and modelling skills with ability to interpret financial statements.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work both independently and in a team.
- Commitment to professional development and meeting FCA Conduct Rules.
Additional Information:
- Role is regulated under the UK’s Certification Regime; annual fitness and propriety assessment required.
- Opportunity to work directly with the MD of the Natural Resources Group and gain early exposure to client marketing and coverage responsibilities.