Performing research and information gathering across the varied sub-segments and regions of the sector
Interpreting data and performing analysis on the market, economic, demographic and regulatory trends affecting the sector
Attending company conferences and industry events to gather data and to learn key aspects
Developing and maintaining complex company and industry financial models
Valuing companies using a variety of metrics appropriate to the sector
Writing equity research reports – thematic ones on the industry and stock specific ones on companies under coverage
Contributing to collaborative cross sector reports with both European and Global Research colleagues
Building relationships with the companies under coverage
Leveraging industry contacts to create differentiated events for clients to attend: conferences, field trips, expert speaker calls
Marketing research views to investor clients
Liaising with internal clients and business partners within Bank of America
Responsibilities:
The BofA EMEA Equity Research department covers c.700 stocks, across Europe, the Middle East and South Africa.
In the latest 2024 Institutional Investor Survey BofA ranked No.1 in both Developed and Emerging Europe Equity Research, and in Corporate Access.
As part of our team you would have exposure to a wealth of top quality research product across all research assets classes from which to draw ideas.
Learning to be a successful Equity Research analyst at BofA is primarily done through on-the -job training and osmosis within your immediate team. This is complimented by formal training in the Research basics (modelling, writing, presenting).
You would also have access to Best Practice sessions led by our experienced and highly rated senior analysts, helping you to learn.
The job involves extensive collaboration with colleagues in adjacent sectors in European Equity Research and with analysts around the wor
Skills and Experience:
Bachelors’ degree (or equivalent) with outstanding academic qualifications. Numeracy essential.
Experience working in Equity Research or Investment Management covering Industrial stocks is desirable
Strong accounting, financial modelling/financial mathematical skills are required
Advanced level of MS Excel
Meticulous attention to detail, diligence and conscientiousness
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Track record of achieving recognition when servicing clients/customers
Proven organizational and time management skills as well as ability to work under pressure