Equity Research - Packaged Foods Associate

$150,000 - $200,000/Yr

Morgan Stanley - New York, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

New York, NY

1,001-5,000 employees

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

About the position

The Equity Research - Packaged Foods Associate at Morgan Stanley is responsible for conducting in-depth research and analysis of macroeconomic and microeconomic conditions, as well as company fundamentals within the packaged foods sector. This role involves creating financial models, writing research reports, and interacting with institutional investors to provide insights and recommendations that support investment decisions. The position demands a commitment to excellence, integrity, and a passion for the financial markets.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain earnings, valuation and industry models leveraging skills in accounting, finance and economics.
• Write research reports for initiations of coverage, analysis of data, earnings results, and industry news.
• Interact with institutional investors, respond to requests for models and data analysis.
• Keep abreast of industry-related news flow and analyze implications of news/industry developments to companies under coverage.
• Develop and maintain relationships with investor relations personnel and management of companies under coverage.
• Conduct industry diligence and primary research through surveys, expert conference calls, and various channel checks to evaluate industry trends.
• Assist internal sales and trading teams in the timely analysis of breaking news in the sector.

Requirements

• At least one year of professional experience in Equity Research, Investment Banking, or Capital Markets.
• Experience utilizing Excel to build and maintain financial models, with an advanced level of Excel proficiency required.
• Experience writing in a professional capacity, such as crafting equity research notes or developing industry reports.
• Strong PowerPoint skills are required.
• Ability to adapt and work well under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and high level of organizational skills are a must.
• CFA path is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay between $150,000 and $200,000 per year, determined on an individualized basis.
• Commission earnings and incentive compensation.
• Discretionary bonuses and other short and long-term incentive packages.
• Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.