Equity Research Senior Associate/VP - Aerospace, Defense, and Airlines

Role and Responsibilities

Jefferies is seeking a senior associate or vice president for its Aerospace and Defense (A&D) Equity Research team. In this role, the associate will analyze industry macro trends and company financials under the direction of a Senior Analyst. The associate will be primarily responsible for building and maintaining financial models and industry databases, ensuring correct and up-to-date information for research reports distributed to internal and external clients. The associate will also work closely with the team to write the aforementioned reports, including earnings reports, company reports, monthly/weekly publications, and initiation reports. The associate will review business and trade publications, annual reports, financial filings, and other sources to gather, synthesize, and interpret data on companies followed by the US A&D Team.

Over time, the associate will be responsible for communicating recommendations to sales, trading, and clients. The associate will also help develop marketing materials for clients, meet with management teams of companies, and attend industry conferences where appropriate.

Required Background

• Strong academic background, with a focus on accounting, finance, or economics preferred
• 1–2 years of related financial services experience, preferably in sell-side/buy-side equity research or investment banking
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; strong Excel skills are critical
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task with strong attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to work in a time-sensitive environment
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Resourcefulness, entrepreneurial spirit, and proven leadership qualities
• Bachelor’s Degree with high GPA

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong interest in Aerospace and Defense
• Solid experience in business modeling and financial statement analysis
• Securities licensing a plus (Series 7/63 and 86/87)

Compensation and Location

Primary Location: Full Time

Salary Range: $135,000 – $175,000

About Jefferies

Jefferies is a leading global, full-service investment banking and capital markets firm that provides advisory, sales and trading, research, and wealth and asset management services. With more than 40 offices around the world, we offer insights and expertise to investors, companies, and governments.

At Jefferies, we are committed to building a culture that provides opportunities for all employees regardless of our differences and supports a workforce that is reflective of the communities where we work and live. We are able to pool our collective insights and intelligence to provide fresh and innovative thinking for our clients.

Jefferies is committed to creating and sustaining a workforce that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, pregnancy, age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, marital status, domestic partner status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, genetic information, reproductive health decisions, or any other factor protected by applicable law. We are committed to hiring the most qualified applicants and complying with all federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws. Jefferies will extend reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities, as required by applicable law.

The salary offered will reflect an individual’s experience level and qualifications. In addition to salary, Jefferies Financial Group offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible full-time or part-time employees (scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week), including an annual discretionary incentive and retention bonus, medical, dental and vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; wellness programs; paid time off, and paid parental leave for full-time employees.