Research Analyst

Himalaya Capital, a value investment fund management firm based in Seattle, Washington, is looking to hire a Research Analyst. The successful candidate would be a generalist and involved in all research areas within the firm. Applicants should have at least five years of equity research experience, extensive knowledge in value investing, and a credible track record in identifying investment opportunities.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor daily news flows, company disclosures and reports, and major corporate events.
• Build financial models in Excel to analyze and track the financial performance of companies under watch.
• Perform in-depth independent research on companies, industries, and macroeconomics.
• Identify investment opportunities and make investment recommendations to the portfolio manager.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferably an MBA) in Finance, Business, Accounting or related fields.
• At least five years of equity research experience, preferably in a value investment firm.
• Extensive knowledge in value investment.
• Advanced skill level in Excel and financial modeling.
• Excellent capability with relevant work experience to conduct in-depth company research.
• Strong critical thinking, analytical, research, communication and writing skills.
• High level of intellectual honesty.
• Independent, hardworking and reliable with strong leadership skills.

Benefits:

Competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience, health and dental insurance, paid time off and holidays, paid sick leave, commuting allowance, charity donation and volunteering match, etc.

Contact:

Please email your resume and sample research report to [email protected].