Jefferies Financial Group
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London, Greater London
Equity Research Associate - Energy
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Job Description
Equity Research Associate, Energy Group Description Our sector-based research teams analyse markets worldwide with a goal to be our clients' first call for investment ideas, longer-term thematic pieces and industry expertise. Our research analysts use a variety of methodologies and sources including surveys, industry contacts and public documents, as well as benefiting from perspectives from collaborations with fellow Jefferies analysts following other industries, geographies and asset classes. Position Your role will have a principal focus on the Independent E&P sector but also support and develop the wider research of the Integrated Oil, E&P and Oilfield Services sector team contributing to the group's stock coverage responsibilities, global industry views, and analysis of thematic areas. Primary Responsibilities * To support the Oil & Gas team in meeting its goals, * To support the lead analyst in the provision of strong fundamental research through maintenance & development of multiple excel-based models allowing us to service institutional investors with sufficient intensity to drive vote capture and support the interface with the Investment Bank and Corporate Broking. * Contribute written work to the European Oil & Gas team thematic and stock specific research * Assist the team in meeting client marketing and corporate access requirements Required Background * A strong academic background is expected, excellent communication skills, plus the drive and determination to excel * Relevant sector experience is not a prerequisite, but a strong interest in the energy sector is important * Specific industry technical or commercial energy valuation experience are advantageous to the role. * Strong written and inter-personal skills are also required, the latter given that the role will involve direct interaction with institutional and corporate clients Desired Experience / Skills * Degree educated * Knowledge of financial markets * Understanding of financial statements * Intermediate / advanced Excel * Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal * Fluency in English is a prerequisite