Equity Research Analyst - UK Small Cap

Our client, a well-known investment management firm, is looking to add an equity analyst to cover small cap UK equities.

The role:

• Conduct detailed research on fully listed small cap UK equities, making recommendations to portfolio managers.
• Work with the Portfolio Manager to identify outperforming ideas in the small cap space.
• Additional coverage of AIMS stocks irrespective of size.
• Attend industry conferences, company meetings, and other events in order to gain knowledge of UK smaller companies.
• Monitor risks within the approved small cap list and liaise with the UK Stock Selection Committee on relevant issues.

The ideal candidate:

• 1-3 years' equity research experience, buy-side or sell-side.
• Degree educated.
• Studying towards CFA.
• Highly numerate with good knowledge of Bloomberg, Factset, and equity valuation systems is necessary.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to work alongside senior colleagues.
• Excellent internal and external presentation skills.