Equity Research Associate – Insurance

Job title:

Equity Research Associate – Insurance

Company:

Berenberg

Job description

General informationCountryUnited KingdomCityLondonType of roleProfessionalWorking timeFull-timeType of contractPermanentRemaining openings1Description & RequirementsFor our Equity Research division in London we are looking to hire an:Equity Research Associate – InsuranceYour role in the team:Berenberg has one of Europe’s largest equity research teams. A deep understanding of industries, companies and stock markets, detailed financial analysis and a thorough assessment of management expertise underpin our successful stock picking approach. Berenberg’s team of analysts constantly identify mispriced shares to provide timely investment recommendations. Freedom of thought and complete independence are core to our research philosophy.We are currently looking to add resource in our Insurance sector team, so this is an exciting opportunity if you would like early exposure and rapid career progression. The sector has many complexities, so ideally we’d like someone who has significant expertise and knowledge of the intricacies of the sector – whether that is working as an actuary, underwriter or in one of the financial services clients with Insurance client coverage. This opportunity is perfect for somebody looking to make a career change into the Equity Research sphere.What will you do?

• Conduct research on a range of companies within the Insurance sector, attendance at company presentations, attendance of meetings with company management, researching company accounts/reports and other sources and drafting research notes
• Financial modelling and valuation
• Undertake various support tasks associated with the research function, updating databases, reviewing and archiving research material

Who are we looking for?

• Prior experience in a sell-side role such as Equity Research or Equity Sales or within an equity investment research role
• OR ACA Qualification with 1st time passes at one of the Big 4 accounting firms is a significant advantage. Teams such as Capital Markets, Transaction Services, Valuation, Deal Advisory etc are also highly-valued with significant exposure to clients within Insurance
• OR previous experience as an actuary, underwriter or within an Insurance firm in a role that demonstrates significant commercial awareness and analytical skills
• Keen expertise in Insurance companies across the UK and Europe
• Passion for equities, excitement to build a career within Equity Research
• Degree level education required

What we offer you:

• Private pension plan – 10% of base salary contribution by Berenberg
• Generous 30 day holiday allowance
• Private Health Insurance
• Life Insurance scheme
• Flexible working hours
• Enhanced parental leave policies
• Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling sessions related to mental health, financial wellbeing and other topics

Apply online now to join our team – we look forward to receiving your application!We are a leading European private bank, with over 430 years of experience and deep rooted history, but we are still shaping and heavily investing in our future. Our progress and evolution are driven by our people. We encourage them to try new approaches, voice their opinions and achieve success in their own way.We provide opportunities for them to develop their talents, explore different career paths and achieve their full potential.We’re an ambitious, forward-looking business, backed by centuries of tradition and built on innovation. You’ll find a culture that encourages people to think independently, act entrepreneurially and challenge the status quo. Together we collaborate to shape our business and fulfil our ambitious goals.We welcome you to join us in our commitment to always do the right thing for our people, clients and our business – Our future is where you take us!We will only accept applications submitted through our online application management system on the website.Berenberg is an Equal Opportunities Employer and prides itself on being a modern, dynamic and internationally orientated organisation. We value the rich diversity, skills and abilities and creative potential that people from differing backgrounds and experiences bring to the workplace. Every employee plays a vital role in providing quality service to all our customers and helping to create and inclusive working environment, where everyone can realise their full potential.We’re committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates who require adjustments during our recruiting process. Please contact us directly on [email protected] to discuss.

Expected salary

Location

London

Job date

Sat, 13 Jul 2024 07:43:25 GMT

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