Equity Research Analyst

This role is for one of Weekday’s clients
Salary range: Rs 1200000 - Rs 3000000 (ie INR 12 - 30 LPA)

Min Experience: 4+ years
Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
JobType: full-time

We are seeking an experienced Equity Research Analyst with 5–7 years of relevant sell-side equity research experience, preferably covering the Pharma and/or Chemicals sectors. The candidate will be responsible for conducting in-depth fundamental research, developing financial models, evaluating investment opportunities, and generating actionable investment recommendations.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of the pharmaceutical and chemical industries, excellent financial analysis capabilities, and the ability to assess companies, industry trends, and market developments to identify potential investment opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Track, analyze, and evaluate listed companies across the Pharma and Chemicals sectors.
• Conduct detailed fundamental research on companies, business models, financial performance, and growth prospects.
• Build and maintain financial models to forecast company performance and assess investment opportunities.
• Perform valuation analysis using relevant financial methodologies and industry benchmarks.
• Prepare comprehensive equity research reports, sector updates, earnings reviews, and investment recommendations.
• Monitor industry trends, quarterly earnings, regulatory developments, competitive dynamics, and macroeconomic factors affecting the sectors.
• Identify emerging investment opportunities, risks, and potential changes in sector outlook.
• Interact with company management, industry experts, institutional stakeholders, and other market participants to gather relevant insights.
• Present research findings, investment views, and recommendations through clear reports and presentations.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• 5–7 years of relevant experience in sell-side equity research.
• Strong understanding of the Pharma, Specialty Chemicals, Agrochemicals, or CDMO/CRAMS sectors.
• Proven expertise in fundamental analysis, financial modelling, and company valuation.
• Ability to interpret financial statements, assess business performance, and develop investment theses.
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
• MBA in Finance, Chartered Accountant (CA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), or an equivalent qualification is preferred.

Must-Have Skills

• Equity Research
• Sell-Side Research
• Fundamental Analysis
• Financial Modelling
• Valuation Analysis

Good-to-Have Skills

• Pharmaceutical Sector Research
• Specialty Chemicals
• Agrochemicals
• CDMO/CRAMS Industry Knowledge