Marquette Associates, Inc.
Research Analyst, Public Equities
Marquette Associates, Inc., Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
The role of the Research Analyst is to support and further the macroeconomic research and investment manager due diligence conducted by the traditional research team. The Research Analyst will work closely with directors and senior analysts to develop market research, conduct manager due diligence, and formalize investment recommendations to clients.
Responsibilities
Conduct investment manager due diligence and update meetings, summarize findings for consultants and clients
Identify high quality investment managers and lead investment and operational due diligence
Write reports on investment managers for internal and client use
Develop quantitative and qualitative analysis to support original Marquette research
Write white papers on topical and academic research topics as related to the capital markets
Serve as a resource for consultants
Represent Marquette at investment conferences and annual meetings
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required; MBA, CFA, and/or CAIA preferred
5+ years of experience; direct experience in manager research or equities preferred
Intellectually honest, intellectually curious, and thoughtful
Strong business writing skills and ability to verbally present information effectively and professionally
Highly organized with strong prioritization and time management skills
Heightened attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Ability to work independently in support of team and firm goals
Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with research team members, consultants, and marketing professionals
Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with Bloomberg, FactSet, eVestment a plus
Compensation: The starting salary offer will vary based on the applicant’s education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity, and alignment with market data. This position is also eligible to participate in the annual incentive plan, which includes a target bonus of 15% of base salary.
BENEFITS WE OFFER:
Top tier healthcare coverage
100% paid premium for disability and employee life insurance coverage
Health and Dependent Care FSA and HSA options
Company 401K contribution
Paid time off & 15+ holidays
Summer hours
Enhanced employee assistance program
Volunteer opportunities
Tuition and education reimbursement
Mar Associates is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Responsibilities
Conduct investment manager due diligence and update meetings, summarize findings for consultants and clients
Identify high quality investment managers and lead investment and operational due diligence
Write reports on investment managers for internal and client use
Develop quantitative and qualitative analysis to support original Marquette research
Write white papers on topical and academic research topics as related to the capital markets
Serve as a resource for consultants
Represent Marquette at investment conferences and annual meetings
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required; MBA, CFA, and/or CAIA preferred
5+ years of experience; direct experience in manager research or equities preferred
Intellectually honest, intellectually curious, and thoughtful
Strong business writing skills and ability to verbally present information effectively and professionally
Highly organized with strong prioritization and time management skills
Heightened attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Ability to work independently in support of team and firm goals
Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with research team members, consultants, and marketing professionals
Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with Bloomberg, FactSet, eVestment a plus
Compensation: The starting salary offer will vary based on the applicant’s education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity, and alignment with market data. This position is also eligible to participate in the annual incentive plan, which includes a target bonus of 15% of base salary.
BENEFITS WE OFFER:
Top tier healthcare coverage
100% paid premium for disability and employee life insurance coverage
Health and Dependent Care FSA and HSA options
Company 401K contribution
Paid time off & 15+ holidays
Summer hours
Enhanced employee assistance program
Volunteer opportunities
Tuition and education reimbursement
Mar Associates is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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