Global Investment Research - Research Analyst - Analyst - Milan

Goldman Sachs’ Global Investment Research division delivers value-added research to clients in the equity, fixed income, currency and commodities markets. Goldman Sachs develops global client-focused research in economics, portfolio strategy, derivatives and equity and credit securities. Our clients use these insights and investment ideas to develop their strategies. Global Investment Research produces original, fundamental research and analysis of industries, companies and economies. Our research teams continually identify and analyze financial information, strategic issues and trends that affect companies, industries and markets on a regional and global scale. Working closely with the Senior Analyst and other members of the Utilities team, the goal of the Business Analyst is to: 

 

•         Build strong industry knowledge of the Utilities sector

•         Contribute to the generation and execution of investment ideas 

•         Write reports/notes on companies under coverage 

•         Communicate with the equities sales force and traders, clients and company managements 

•         Interpret data and perform analysis on market, economic and technology trends 

•         Develop financial models

 

Skills and Qualifications Required 

•         Bachelor’s degree with a strong academic track record 

•         Excellent analytical skills

•         Strong verbal and written communication skills 

•         Proficiency in Excel 

•         Attention to detail 

•         Strong team orientation

•         1-4 years of experience in investment research, financial modeling and analysis

•         Working knowledge of accounting, finance, and valuation

•         Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment 

•         Comfortable taking initiative and being resourceful/entrepreneurial 

•         Ability to multi-task and work with numerous teams 

•         Progress toward earning the CFA designation [optional but not mandatory]