TD Bank - New York, NY
posted 2 months ago
The Director - Research Analyst at TD Bank is a pivotal role responsible for researching and analyzing companies to generate investment ideas that align with the firm's Shareholder Yield equity strategy. This strategy is grounded in a free cash flow methodology aimed at delivering investor returns through dividends, share buybacks, and debt reduction. The Director will focus on researching companies across various capitalizations, industries, and geographical areas, contributing to the firm's broader research efforts and actively participating in investment research meetings. The role requires a deep understanding of financial modeling and the ability to combine macroeconomic insights with fundamental stock-picking to drive positive performance over market cycles. In this position, the Director will generate and research investment ideas based on their expertise and experience, as well as ideas directed by the portfolio manager or generated through the firm's quantitative processes. The role also involves contributing to marketing and client service activities, including presentations and meetings with clients, prospects, and consultants. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, be a consummate team player, and demonstrate a commitment to building a firm that prioritizes client relationships and service excellence. The Director is expected to engage in advancing an inclusive culture that reflects TD's diversity agenda, ensuring a positive work environment while providing leadership, training, and guidance to team members. The position requires a self-starter who can function with minimal supervision while effectively communicating project statuses and collaborating with colleagues to enhance the overall investment strategy.