Equity research analyst - Consumer Sector

Equity Research Analyst - Consumer Sector

New York, NY, US

Founded in 1991, we are a global quantitative and systematic asset management firm applying a scientific approach to finance to develop alternative investment strategies that create value for our clients. We value innovation, dedication, collaboration, and the ability to make an impact. Together, we create a stimulating environment for talented and passionate experts in research, technology, and business to explore new ideas and challenge existing assumptions.

You will join the Semi-Systematic team as a fundamental equity analyst, contributing alpha-generative long/short investment ideas into the portfolio. You will have the opportunity to harness additional insights from internal datasets and influence systematic models through your fundamental coverage expertise. You will be expected to follow a large universe of mid to large cap global equities within your sector, while selectively focusing on potential areas of market mistakes and divergent views.

We are seeking creative, collaborative, and hard working individuals who can distill, reconcile, and synthesize information to develop differentiated views on key fundamental equity drivers, and express those views to generate idiosyncratic alpha.

Bachelor's degree or higher diploma

4 to 7 years of public investing experience

2+ years of buyside equity experience preferred but not required

2+ years experience covering the consumer sector

MBA and/or CFA preferred but not required

Ability to code in Python preferred but not required

Passion for investment research

Strong attention to detail

Ability to communicate effectively

Base salary 180-220K USD depending on experience + variable compensation + competitive benefits package

We are continuously striving to be an equal opportunity employer and we prohibit any discrimination based on sex, disability, origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, race, or religion. We believe that our diversity, breadth of experience, and multiple points of view are among the leading factors in our success. CFM is a signatory of the Women Empowerment Principles.