About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Senior Equity Research Analyst with strong expertise in fundamental research, financial modelling, equity valuation and portfolio management. The candidate should be capable of independently identifying quality investment opportunities, developing investment strategies and building diversified equity portfolios for long-term wealth creation.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

1. Fundamental Research & Stock Selection

- Conduct in-depth company, sectoral and industry research.
- Identify fundamentally strong, undervalued, high-growth and turnaround stocks.
- Evaluate business models, management quality, corporate governance, competitive advantages and financial performance.

2. Financial Analysis & Valuation

- Analyse financial statements, key financial ratios and earnings performance.
- Apply various equity valuation methodologies, including DCF and relative valuation.
- Develop financial models and determine fair values, target prices and entry/exit levels.

3. Equity Portfolio Construction & Management

- Independently build, manage and monitor equity portfolios.
- Develop investment strategies based on risk-reward, sector allocation, market capitalisation and investment objectives.
- Monitor portfolio performance and recommend timely additions, reductions and exits.
- Ensure diversification and effective risk management.

4. Sector Research & Market Analysis

- Track industry trends,



macroeconomic developments and emerging investment themes.
- Monitor domestic and global markets and identify long-term investment opportunities.
- Assess factors impacting sector and company performance.

5. Research Reports & Recommendations

- Prepare detailed research reports with investment rationale, valuation, target prices and investment horizons.
- Provide actionable Buy/Sell/Hold recommendations.
- Present investment ideas and market insights to management, sales teams and clients.
- Track quarterly and annual results and update investment recommendations.

Required Skills & Competencies

- Minimum 12+ years of hands-on experience in fundamental equity research.
- Solid expertise in financial modelling, company valuation and financial statement analysis.
- Proven ability to independently identify quality stocks and build equity portfolios.
- In-depth knowledge of Indian equity markets, listed companies and sectoral dynamics.
- Excellent analytical, research, presentation and communication skills.
- Knowledge of global market trends, fixed-income products and mutual funds will be an added advantage.

Educational Qualifications & Tools

- Graduate / Postgraduate in Finance or MBA (Finance).
- NISM Research Analyst Certification.
- Strong proficiency in MS Excel, financial modelling, research databases, Canva and AI tools.

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Benefits

- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person

📌 Senior Equity Research Analyst – Fundamental Research & Portfolio Strategy (Kochi)
🏢 Acumen Capital Market India
📍 Kochi