Associate Equity Analyst

About the role:

As an Associate Equity Analyst, you will work closely with the senior members of the analyst team, assisting them with stock coverage, modeling, and various research projects. This position is based in our Amsterdam office.

Job responsibilities:

Liaise closely with the senior members of the research team on researching, analyzing, and valuing companies in several sectors.
• Work on research projects that assist senior members of the department in evaluating companies’ competitive advantages (or moats), relative positioning within their respective sectors.
• Assist in building and maintaining detailed discounted cash flow models for companies covered by senior analysts, focusing on the key drivers of the business and incorporating scenario analyses.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field is required; a Chartered Financial Analyst® or CPA designation and/or a Master's degree in business administration are preferred.
• Independence, critical thinking skills, and a passion for investing, with a bias toward long-term fundamental research and investing.
• Knowledge of various financial models, including discounted cash flow model. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• The ability to work under tight deadlines, sometimes with incomplete information.

Morningstar’s hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to work remotely and collaborate in-person each week. We’ve found that we’re at our best when we’re purposely together on a regular basis, at least three days each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you’ll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.