What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equity Research Associate - Strategy (US) position at Jefferies LLC and Careers?
We are seeking a highly motivated and intellectually curious Equity Research Associate to join our Equity Strategist team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to top-down market strategy research, helping institutional clients navigate equity markets through macroeconomic analysis, sector positioning, and thematic insights.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support senior strategists in producing high-impact research on equity markets, macro trends, and investment themes.
- Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis of market data, economic indicators, and sector performance.
- Assist in the development of investment frameworks and models to evaluate equity market dynamics.
- Prepare and maintain databases, charts, and presentations for internal and client-facing use.
- Draft research notes, reports, and presentations that communicate complex ideas clearly and concisely.
- Monitor financial news, macroeconomic developments, and market movements to identify emerging trends.
- Collaborate with sales, trading, and other research teams to deliver timely and relevant insights to clients.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field; advanced degree or CFA a plus.
- 1–3 years of experience in equity research, investment strategy, or a related analytical role.
- The candidate should feel comfortable working with large datasets as this role can involve analysis of thousands of equity securities
- Strong understanding of financial markets, macroeconomics, and equity valuation.
- Proficiency in Excel, FactSet, Bloomberg, and data visualization tools; programming skills (Python, R, or SQL) a plus.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
- Intellectual curiosity and a passion for markets and investing.
What We Offer:
- Exposure to high-level strategic thinking and market analysis.
- Opportunity to contribute to widely read and influential research publications.
- Collaborative and intellectually stimulating work environment.
- Career development and mentorship from experienced strategists.
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range of $100,000 - $120,000.
Salary : $100,000 - $120,000