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Piper Sandler · 2 weeks ago

Equity Research Associate – Financial Services Group

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$75K/yr - $125K/yr

1+ years exp

Piper Sandler is a leading investment bank that connects capital with opportunity. They are seeking an Equity Research Associate to conduct extensive company and industry research, create financial models, and develop investment recommendations within their Financial Services Group in Chicago, IL.

Responsibilities

Work in partnership with the senior analyst to conduct extensive company and industry research

Create financial models and valuation analyses

Write company reports, industry reports, and develop investment recommendations

Form relationships with company management teams through meetings, calls, roadshows, etc

Make company visits and attend industry conferences

As associates develop industry expertise, they will have additional responsibility for marketing their team's research and investment recommendations to our sales force and to institutional investors

Qualification

Financial modelingEquity Research experienceSecurities Industry EssentialsCFA progressFinancial Services backgroundQuantitative skillsInterpersonal skillsWritten communicationOrganizational skillsTeamwork

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics required

Strong financial modeling experience required

Securities Industry Essentials, Series 86 and 87 required (or willingness to obtain)

The associate position is a demanding and fast-paced job that requires the ability to think quickly on one's feet and work independently

Outstanding interpersonal and written communication skills

Outstanding quantitative and organizational skills

A strong competitive spirit balanced by a proven ability to work as part of a team

Preferred

Must have at least one year of Equity Research or Investment Banking experience preferred

Financial Services industry background preferred (Banking, Fintech, Payments, etc.)

Strong candidates will have an intense interest in the stock market and a demonstrated record of professional, academic and personal achievement

Progress towards CFA a plus

Company

Piper Sandler

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Piper Sandler Companies (NYSE: PIPR) is a leading investment bank driven to help clients Realize the Power of Partnership®.

Founded in 1895

Minneapolis, Minnesota, US

1001-5000 employees

https://www.pipersandler.com/

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