Who You 'll Work With

Research defines the culture of AB Equities and is the cornerstone of our collaborative investment decision-making process. Our team engages in creative and long-term strategic analysis that is the basis for all investment decisions. We seek to identify and own good businesses at attractive valuations and apply a long-term approach as owners of businesses to our decision making. We serve clients globally, with research coverage across developed, emerging and frontier markets and our teams are based in offices including New York, London, Tokyo, Shanghai, Taipei, Sydney and Hong Kong.

This role is for a research analyst focused on the consumer sector supporting the US Growth Equities team which includes the US Large Cap Growth portfolio, Relative Value portfolio, and related strategies.

What You 'll Do

Conduct fundamental research on public companies in the consumer sector aimed at understanding the economic truth of businesses.
Create long-term financial forecasts which lead to scenario based discounted cash flow valuation targets. Scenario targets help us understand investment opportunities on a risk adjusted basis. We do not believe in single point price target forecasting.
Willing to take accountability for investment recommendations based on the above, and in the best interests of AB’s clients.
Willing to work collaboratively with other analysts and PMs on the team to further the research agenda and positively contribute to successful client outcomes.
Collaborate with the team’s embedded ESG analyst and AB’s Responsible Investing team to actively consider and evaluate, the environmental, social, and governance impact of the companies we invest in.
Support the commercial needs of the business by collaborating with marketing on the production of client communication materials.
Uphold AB’s fiduciary obligations, adhere to the Code of Conduct and uphold AB’s reputation as a representative with clients and in the broader industry.
Promote an appropriate diversity and inclusion culture in the firm.

What We 're Looking For

At least 5 years’ experience researching companies in the consumer sector.
Be intellectually inquisitive and motivated to achieve, with a record of outstanding academic and professional success.
Have a personality that is attracted to problem solving, including possessing a high degree of comfort modelling in MS Excel and experience in interpreting financial statements.
Be equally comfortable working in a team environment and independently.
Have strong oral and written communication skills.
Be able to work with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Demonstrate a passion for investing.

Who We Are

We are a leading global investment management firm offering high-quality research and diversified investment services to institutional clients, retail investors, and private-wealth clients in major markets around the globe. With over 4,000 employees across 57 locations operating in 26 countries and jurisdictions, our ambition is simple: to be the most trusted investment firm in the world. We realize that it's our people who give us a competitive advantage and drive success in the market, and our goal is to create an inclusive culture that rewards hard work.

Our culture of intellectual curiosity and collaboration creates an environment where you can thrive and do your best work. Whether you're producing thought- provoking research, identifying compelling investment opportunities, infusing new technologies into our business or providing thoughtful advice to our clients, we are fully invested in you. If you're ready to challenge your limits and empower your career, join us!

In accordance with Section 8-107(32) as set forth in the New York City Human Rights Law, the minimum and maximum base annual salary for this role is as follows:

Base Salary Range: $150,000-$200,000

Actual base salaries may vary based on factors including but not limited to education, training, experience, past performance, and other job-related factors. Base salary is just one component of total compensation at AB, which may include, depending on eligibility, commissions, year-end incentive compensation, short- and long-term incentives and Department-specific awards. In addition, AB provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, sick and vacation time off.

People of color, women, and those who identify as LGBTQ people are encouraged to apply. AB does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status or any other basis that is prohibited by applicable law. AB’s policies, as well as practices, seek to ensure that employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants, based solely on job-related criteria.

New York City, New York

Senior Research Analyst