Bank of America
Analyst/ Associate: US Equity and Quantitative Strategy Research
Bank of America, New York, New York, us, 10261
Job Description:
As a fundamental strategist in the US Equity and Quantitative Strategy team within BofA Global Research, the candidate will work closely with team members to determine the outlook for the US equity market, earnings forecasts, conduct analyses, produce research reports, and communicate the team's recommendations and views to both internal and external clients.
As an Equity Strategist, the candidate will assist the team with applying a model‑driven rigor to market analyses and must be able to write in a clear and compelling manner.
Key Objectives
Contribute to key forecasts including S&P 500 target and bottom‑up earnings outlook
Closely follow and interpret a wide range of signals, trends, and indicators—including fundamental, economic, sentiment, positioning and technical indicators—in order to help craft an outlook for the market and determine sector recommendations
Assist in writing reports on the fundamental, macro and quantitative landscape including deep dives on topical macro themes
Market the team’s views/outlook to sales, clients (including institutional investors and the Merrill Global Wealth & Investment Management platform) and the media
Service clients’ bespoke project needs with varying degrees of complexity in a timely manner
Seek out new, value‑added, and/or unusual sources of information
Develop and maintain databases, indicators, and financial models integral to our research product
Produce collaborative reports across asset classes and with fundamental analysts
Collaborate with junior and senior peers to develop key indicators, models, and relevant themes for the US equity markets, economy, sectors, and industry
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience
Excellent writing and communication skills
Strong analytical background
Fundamental equity research or accounting experience preferred; CFA candidacy a plus
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Experience using Bloomberg and FactSet; experience with other market data applications a plus
Comfort with public speaking/presenting to large audiences in a variety of formats (in‑person, video, etc.)
Willing to take initiative, take the lead on projects/tasks, and meet deadlines under minimal supervision
Strong attention to detail, ability to work under pressure
Team player; ability and desire to collaborate
Passion for financial markets
Shift 1st shift (United States of America)
Hours Per Week 40
Pay and Benefits US - NY - New York - ONE BRYANT PARK - BANK OF AMERICA TOWER (NY1100) Pay range: $70,000.00 - $175,000.00 annualized salary, offers determined based on experience, education and skill set. Discretionary incentive eligible. This role is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary plan. Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary award based on their overall individual performance results and behaviors, the performance and contributions of their line of business and/or group; and the overall success of the Company. Benefits: This role is currently benefits eligible. We provide industry‑leading benefits, access to paid time off, resources and support to our employees so they can make a genuine impact and contribute to the sustainable growth of our business and the communities we serve.
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As a fundamental strategist in the US Equity and Quantitative Strategy team within BofA Global Research, the candidate will work closely with team members to determine the outlook for the US equity market, earnings forecasts, conduct analyses, produce research reports, and communicate the team's recommendations and views to both internal and external clients.
As an Equity Strategist, the candidate will assist the team with applying a model‑driven rigor to market analyses and must be able to write in a clear and compelling manner.
Key Objectives
Contribute to key forecasts including S&P 500 target and bottom‑up earnings outlook
Closely follow and interpret a wide range of signals, trends, and indicators—including fundamental, economic, sentiment, positioning and technical indicators—in order to help craft an outlook for the market and determine sector recommendations
Assist in writing reports on the fundamental, macro and quantitative landscape including deep dives on topical macro themes
Market the team’s views/outlook to sales, clients (including institutional investors and the Merrill Global Wealth & Investment Management platform) and the media
Service clients’ bespoke project needs with varying degrees of complexity in a timely manner
Seek out new, value‑added, and/or unusual sources of information
Develop and maintain databases, indicators, and financial models integral to our research product
Produce collaborative reports across asset classes and with fundamental analysts
Collaborate with junior and senior peers to develop key indicators, models, and relevant themes for the US equity markets, economy, sectors, and industry
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience
Excellent writing and communication skills
Strong analytical background
Fundamental equity research or accounting experience preferred; CFA candidacy a plus
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Experience using Bloomberg and FactSet; experience with other market data applications a plus
Comfort with public speaking/presenting to large audiences in a variety of formats (in‑person, video, etc.)
Willing to take initiative, take the lead on projects/tasks, and meet deadlines under minimal supervision
Strong attention to detail, ability to work under pressure
Team player; ability and desire to collaborate
Passion for financial markets
Shift 1st shift (United States of America)
Hours Per Week 40
Pay and Benefits US - NY - New York - ONE BRYANT PARK - BANK OF AMERICA TOWER (NY1100) Pay range: $70,000.00 - $175,000.00 annualized salary, offers determined based on experience, education and skill set. Discretionary incentive eligible. This role is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary plan. Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary award based on their overall individual performance results and behaviors, the performance and contributions of their line of business and/or group; and the overall success of the Company. Benefits: This role is currently benefits eligible. We provide industry‑leading benefits, access to paid time off, resources and support to our employees so they can make a genuine impact and contribute to the sustainable growth of our business and the communities we serve.
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