2026 Global Markets Associate, Equity Research

$110,000 - $110,000/Yr

Royal Bank of Canada - New York, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

New York, NY

5,001-10,000 employees

Credit Intermediation and Related Activities

About the position

RBC Capital Markets is seeking a dedicated professional to join their team, focusing on equity research within a global investment banking environment. The role involves building financial models, conducting fundamental analysis, and supporting client queries while contributing to research content and projects. The position offers hands-on experience alongside industry experts and exposure to various capital market areas.

Responsibilities

• Building and maintaining complex financial models and equity valuation tools
• Researching and staying up-to-date with industry trends
• Contributing to day-to-day production of research content and longer-term projects
• Responsible for fundamental analysis of companies in your assigned sector
• Developing expertise in the assigned sector
• Supporting and answering client queries related to the sector
• Assisting in the development and detailed modeling of company-specific financial models
• Helping maintain and develop sector-specific databases
• Coordinating, generating, and maintaining research reports, presentations, and databases
• Assisting with quarterly and year-end reporting initiatives
• Participating in and assisting with morning comments
• Providing research support to analysts as required
• Assisting with special ad-hoc projects, presentations, and initiatives as assigned
• Proactively identifying operational risks/control deficiencies in the business
• Reviewing and complying with Firm Policies applicable to business activities
• Escalating operational risk loss events, control deficiencies, and risks to the line manager and relevant risk and control functions promptly.

Requirements

• Business curriculum, including MBA, CFA or undergraduate degree
• Series 7, 63, 86 and 87 licensed
• Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Exam
• Superior customer service focus and attitude for internal and external clients
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet time-sensitive deadlines
• Commitment to task and attention to detail
• Strong PC skills specifically in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to prioritize work and multi-task responsibilities
• Self-starter, organized, and able to work independently
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Good personal skills and ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Previous exposure to the capital markets is a definite asset but not required.

Nice-to-haves

• Previous exposure to the capital markets

Benefits

• Hands-on experience working alongside equity research analysts and associates
• Best in class training including orientation sessions and in-class curriculum
• Direct exposure to different areas of the capital markets
• Understanding of RBC Capital Markets' global capabilities
• Unique exposure to and experience in international markets