Equity Research Analyst - (Technology/Communications Sector)

$140,000 - $200,000/Yr

Franklin Templeton Investments - San Mateo, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

San Mateo, CA

Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities

About the position

The Equity Research Analyst position at Franklin Templeton focuses on the Technology and Communications sectors. The role involves conducting thorough fundamental analysis of companies, making buy and sell recommendations, and collaborating with various industry contacts to provide insights that help achieve investment goals. This position is integral to the Franklin Equity Group, which manages a significant portfolio and emphasizes a team-oriented, disciplined research approach.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough fundamental analysis of companies in the technology/communications sector.
• Interface with company management, sell-side analysts, competitors, customers, and other industry contacts.
• Make buy and sell recommendations of financial company stocks to general and sector fund managers.

Requirements

• Requires 8 - 12 years of equity research experience covering the technology and communications sectors.
• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or related field of study.
• Coverage of multiple industries within technology and communications is a plus.
• MBA or other advanced degree is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to build and maintain detailed financial models.
• Outstanding work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to work well on a team.
• Ability to consume, distill large quantities of information and develop insights from vast sources of information, including research reports, industry news, daily news publications, company press releases, etc.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work well in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• On-site gym
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement