Graduate Research Associate

3 days ago

London Area, United Kingdom Principal Asset Management Full time

Principal's Global Equity team is searching for a Graduate to join our Equity Research team as a Research Associate. You will be able to gain broad exposure within Principal Global Investors, allowing you to develop a strong foundation in equity research, valuation, and portfolio strategy This role is designed to develop your skills as an investment professional while providing hands-on experience across key areas of the equity research process.

Under the guidance of senior analysts and portfolio managers, you will contribute to the success of the investment team by conducting analytical work that supports informed, high-quality investment decisions in a specific sector.

What You'll Do

  • Support senior analysts by researching public companies in an industry sector
  • Analyze company, industry, and financial data to identify key performance drivers; build and maintain valuation models and forecasting tools to support investment decisions.
  • Contribute to investment research by synthesizing market trends, macroeconomic factors, and company insights into clear recommendations and written reports.
  • Develop an understanding of how our investment teams make buy, sell, and hold recommendations
  • Participate in discussions with analysts and portfolio managers about investment ideas and strategies

Who You Are

  • University degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Mathematics, Computer Science or a relevant field or equivalent experience is required;
  • Knowledge of financial statement analysis and accounting;
  • Knowledge of financial modelling techniques, strong quantitative financial background, statistics and accounting;
  • Ability to gather and synthesize research effectively;
  • Strong business acumen, superior judgement and entrepreneurial spirit; and;
  • Must be a self starter and demonstrate an understanding of economics and investment theories.

This is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious individual who is looking to gain exposure to a global business and further enhance their compliance career.

Your Experience with us

At Principal, we value connecting on both a personal and professional level. Together, we're imagining a more purpose-led future for financial services – and that starts with you. Our success depends on the unique experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees. And we support our employees the same way we support our customers: with comprehensive, competitive benefit offerings crafted to protect their physical, financial, and social well-being.

Who we are

Operating at the intersection of financial services and technology, Principal builds financial tools that help our customers live better lives. We take pride in being a purpose-led firm, motivated by our mission to make financial security accessible to all. A member of the Fortune 500, our mission, integrity, and customer focus have made us a trusted leader for more than 140 years

Location

Based in our London office. This role offers hybrid working, with four days a week in the office.

Posting Window

We will accept applications for 5 full days following the Original Posting Date, after which the posting may remain open or be removed based upon applications received. Please submit applications in a timely manner as there is no guarantee the posting will be available beyond the applicable deadline.

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