Equity Research Analyst

ClearBridge Investments is a leading global equity manager with over $184.9 billion in assets under management. The firm is committed to delivering long-term results through active management. We have followed this approach for more than 60 years and continue to offer investment solutions that emphasize differentiated stock selection to move our clients forward. Our investment decisions are supported by a robust research platform that conducts in-depth fundamental analysis of individual securities. We integrate environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations into our fundamental research process in all our investment strategies.

Owned by Franklin Templeton, ClearBridge operates with investment independence from headquarters in New York and offices in Baltimore, Calgary, Fort Lauderdale, London, San Mateo, and Sydney. ClearBridge Investments has been named by Pensions & Investments Magazine (P&I) as one of the Best Places to Work in Money Management for the twelfth year in a row. These awards reflect the Firm's diverse and inclusive culture, spirit of collaboration, work/life balance and our ongoing investment in our employees.

At ClearBridge, we believe that diversity and inclusion is essential to our success as an organization. We benefit from the sharing of different perspectives and our varied experiences. ClearBridge is proud to be a diverse company that promotes integrity, respect and teamwork and encourages new ideas and viewpoints. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is demonstrated through our various recruitment efforts, employee programs, charitable and volunteer efforts.

JOB SUMMARY

ClearBridge Investments is seeking an Equity Research Analyst to join their New York based Large Cap Growth team. This individual would serve as the sole Portfolio Analyst reporting to the two Portfolio Managers on the team. Our research process focuses on company fundamentals, competitive dynamics, financial position, and management decision making, in addition to other factors, for lower turnover long-only strategies.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Research across the breadth of large cap growth equity investments
• Communicate information and investment recommendations to investment team
• Generate new ideas and maintain current views on securities held in portfolios
• Attend and/or lead meetings with relevant company managements
• Model and analyze company financials
• Construct valuation models

DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• 6-10 years of investment industry experience
• Fundamental equity research experience as a generalist ; experience in technology, consumer or industrials sectors preferred
• Competency in dissecting and valuing businesses across different sectors
• Exceptional analytical skills, intellectual curiosity and rigorous financial statement analysis skills
• Ability to synthesize an investment opportunity in a timely fashion and reach a firm buy/sell conclusion
• Ability to collaborate as well as work independently
• Excellent communication skills
• College degree
• MBA, CFA a plus
• Ability to travel as needed, job is based in New York City

TOTAL REWARDS

• Our employees have access to a competitive and valuable set of Total Rewards. Our Total Rewards include:
• Hybrid work schedule
• Health, wellness and risk benefits to protect employees and their families
• Retirement savings, stock purchase and other incentive programs to help employees plan for the future
• Holiday, paid-time-off and other employee programs that support work-life balance
• Support for pursuing certifications, external education and degree programs
• Learning, development and career advancement opportunities
• Ways to get involved in, and give back to, our communities, including paid time off for volunteering and charitable donation matching
• The salary range for this position is targeted for $180,000 to $230,000 plus discretionary bonus. Base pay offered may vary depending on job related knowledge, skills, and experience

ClearBridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity for all applicants and existing employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.