Equity Research Associate (Lodging and Leisure)

Description: SIG's Equity Research Department is growing rapidly and we are looking for talent that want to be a part of a ranked research platform. In order to continue the success of delivering a differentiated research product, we are looking for an Equity Research Associate to provide research support for the Lodging and Leisure sector in our Stamford, Connecticut office. The role will be mentored by a well known Lodging and Leisure Analyst. Under the guidance of the Senior Analyst, the Research Associate will perform most of the major functions of a research analyst, including analysis of individual company financial statements, market research, product and competitive positioning.

The Equity Research Associate's role calls for significant primary market research of the lodging and leisure industries. The ideal candidate will conduct data collection, statistical studies and interaction with management and trade associations. The Associate will perform financial and valuation analyses by generating financial models and forecasts and will create competitive profiles on specific companies. The job offers excellent exposure to emerging growth companies in the lodging and leisure sector and provides a strong career path in Sell-Side Equity research, asset management, and business development/corporate strategy.

Qualifications:
Undergraduate degree in Hotel Administration, Economics, Finance or other quantitative areas preferred.

Strong finance and accounting skills as well as financial valuation, financial statement modeling, and forecasting experience.

Experience and/or strong interest in working in the securities industry.

Industry experience with a hotel or cruise line preferred.

Excellent research, communication, writing and organization skills.

Detailed oriented and comfortable developing and contacting research sources.

Working knowledge of Microsoft products (Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word).

Independent thinker, self-starter.

Salary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experience
At SIG, our employees are our most valued assets. In order to ensure that we remain an employer of choice, we offer a superior compensation package that includes a base salary, commensurate with experience, as well as an annual performance bonus. Unlike many similar firms, our bonuses have been paid out every year since we began operations.

In compliment with our compensation package, we offer a variety of competitive benefit programs that demonstrate our commitment to our dynamic workforce. These programs have been designed to provide protection and peace of mind for our employees and their families. A brief summary of our benefits include the following:

- Considerable Paid Time Off
- Medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
- Company paid short-term disability, long-term disability and life insurance coverage
- Tax savings plans such as Flexible Spending Accounts, 529 College Savings Plan, 401(k) with company match and Commuter Transit Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Generous Relocation Assistance (on a per case basis)
- Free breakfast and lunch catered daily
- Free on-site fitness center
- Casual Attire
- Free on-site parking

Job Location: Stamford, PA

Job Number: 667BR

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