Equity Research Associate
Equity Research Associate
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Job Description
At MFS you will find a culture that supports you in doing what you do best. Our employees work together to reach better outcomes favoring the strongest idea over the strongest individual. We put people first and demonstrate care and compassion for our community and each other. Because what we do matters to us as valued professionals and to the millions of people and institutions who rely on us to help them build more secure and prosperous futures.
THE ROLE :
At MFS the Equity Research Associate Program is designed to allow associates to become fully immersed in the investment management world of stock picking. The Equity Research Associates work with the fundamental equity research team and gather information on companies to augment the coverage of the analysts. The Equity Research Associate Program is designed to be a 3 4 year program where incumbents generally will pursue graduate school or another opportunity inside or outside of MFS at the end of their term.
WHAT YOU WILL DO :
Gathers information about companies by interviewing suppliers customers government agencies sell side analysts etc. Assists in developing interview questions and gathers data via telephone or in person (hosts visitors or travels to location).
Gathers and synthesizes information from multiple sources to assess a companys growth prospects competitive position management etc. Presents finding to research analyst.
Collects financial data from databases and interview process to be utilized in financial modeling.
Acts as conduit for crossindustry research between the various members of the sector team.
Assumes additional projects and responsibilities as required.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR :
Demonstrated passion for investing and the stock market.
Exceptional analytical skills ability to gather and concisely compile large amounts of information.
Strong communication skills both written and verbal
Ability to work independently on complex projects.
Bachelors degree.
Relevant internship experience preferred.
Ability to travel.
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At MFS we are dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace. If you are excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly we encourage you to apply you might be just the right candidate for this role or others.
What we offer:
- Generous timeoff provided: including Responsible time off for many roles paid company holidays when the US Stock Exchange is closed plus paid volunteer time
- Family Focus: Up to 20 weeks of paid leave for new parents backup care program dependent care flexible spending account adoption assistance generous caregiver leave
- Health and Welfare: Competitive medical vision and dental plans plus taxfree health savings accounts with company contributions
- Wellness Programs: Robust wellness webinars employee assistance program gym reimbursement through our medical plans fitness center discounts and more
- Life & Disability Benefits: Companypaid basic life insurance and shortterm disability
- Financial Benefits: 401(k) savings plan Defined Contribution plan 15 of base salary invested into the Plan competitive total compensation programs
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a fulltime basis. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
MFS is a hybrid work environment (remote/onsite) unless otherwise stated in the job posting.
If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability please contact MFS at or email for assistance.
MFS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race color religion sex national origin age marital status sexual orientation gender identity genetic information disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local laws. Employees and applicants of MFS will not be subject to harassment on the basis of their status. Additionally retaliation including intimidation threats or coercion because an employee or applicant has objected to discrimination engaged or may engage in filing a complaint assisted in a review investigation or hearing or have otherwise sought to obtain their legal rights under any Federal State or local EEO law is prohibited. Please see the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal document and Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision linked for your reference.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
