Global Investment Research, Equity Research Analyst, Metals and Mining

Goldman Sachs - Houston, TX

Full-time

Houston, TX

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

About the position

The Equity Research Analyst in the Metals and Mining sector at Global Investment Research is responsible for conducting in-depth analysis and producing original research to support investment strategies. This role involves collaborating with a team to develop insights from financial data, market trends, and company performance, ultimately contributing to actionable investment ideas.

Responsibilities

• Build strong industry knowledge of the Metals and Mining sector
• Write reports/notes on companies under coverage and thematic industry ideas
• Update and build sophisticated financial models and work with large data sets
• Manage the team's data infrastructure, including industry and company specific files
• Interpret data and perform analysis on company, market, economic and technology trends
• Collaborate with other business unit team members to share insights, exchange ideas, and benchmark best practices
• Communicate with the equities sales force and traders, clients and company managements

Requirements

• 2+ years of research experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong ability to perform financial statement, business and valuation analysis
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and creative skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Meticulous attention to detail, strong analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
• Passion for financial markets and a desire to build a career in equity research

Nice-to-haves

• Strong understanding of equity research
• Demonstrated interest or previous experience in the Metals and Mining, Energy or Natural Resources sector
• Proficiency in financial databases such as FactSet or Bloomberg
• Comfortable taking initiative and being resourceful/entrepreneurial
• Demonstrated ability to think laterally and exercise good judgment
• Ability to multi-task and work with numerous teams
• Some, if not all, of the following FINRA certifications: SIE, 7, 86, or 87