Equity Research Analyst

At MFS, you will find a culture that supports you in doing what you do best. Our employees work together to reach better outcomes, favoring the strongest idea over the strongest individual. We put people first and demonstrate care and compassion for our community and each other. Because what we do matters – to us as valued professionals and to the millions of people and institutions who rely on us to help them build more secure and prosperous futures.

THE ROLE

Using discretion and judgment, researches specified industries or global regions to develop specific company and stock recommendations for the portfolios managed by MFS.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Independently conducts research in assigned area to develop specific company and stock recommendations for the portfolios managed by MFS.

• Using research sources such as company literature and financial statements, and various business publications, works independently to structure, develop and communicate investment recommendations.

• Attends conferences, travels to company facilities, and interviews corporate management at all levels. 

• Acts as the in-house expert on designated area of coverage.

• Facilitate team decisions by making final buy and sell decisions, ensuring timely and orderly trade execution and overseeing sector construction. All ideas that enter the portfolio are driven by the rigorous, bottom-up analysis accomplished by the sector team analysts who are highly cognizant of the persisting sector fundamentals.

• Performs additional duties as directed.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• 5+ Years of relevant Equity Research experience. 

• Ability to travel frequently.

• Ability to work and think independently, strong numerical and communication skills.

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At MFS, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply - you might be just the right candidate for this role or others.

What we offer:

At MFS, we view our employees as family — and like you, we want our family happy and healthy. That's why we provide competitive benefits programs and family-friendly policies which support the work-life balance needs of our employees.
 

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