SUPERVISORY RESEARCH ANALYST - FICC

This role is regulated by FINRA

As a Barclays Supervisory Research Analyst - Equity, you will ensure that all research reports that are released by the department are done so in a professional and compliant manner, both in delivery, and in terms of content. In line with firm and FINRA policies, Supervisory Analyst (Series 16, SA) sign-off of research in all its forms is required prior to distribution. The role will involve SA sign-off and editorial input on equity research produced globally. 

Barclays is one of the world's largest and most respected financial institutions, with 329 years of success, quality and innovation behind us. We've helped millions of individuals and businesses thrive, creating financial and digital solutions that the world now takes for granted. An important and growing presence in the USA, we offer careers providing endless opportunity.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

• In a timely manner, amending research to comply with US regulatory requirements, a key function of the SA role

• Editorial work on the same material, where time permits. Primarily this involves making the presentation of the argument more commercial, ensuring it reads well in English

• Screening companies mentioned in each report and routing research through to the compliance control room where necessary.

• Liaising with analysts over issues unearthed in research (from SA points around M&A discussion, to number inconsistencies) as well as the logic and clarity of their arguments

• Approving models, PowerPoint presentations as well as blast voicemails where appropriate and feasible

• Distributing research through the easy-to-use channels created for SA approval

• Affirming recordings/webcasts/podcasts for distribution to clients

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• Series 16 certification a pre-requisite. Series 4 and 24 a plus.

• Strong editorial skills. Ability to rewrite content to maximise commercial impact.

• Similar experience in a multi-national investment bank producing equity and fixed income research.

• Fluent in Html publishing platforms, Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

SKILLS THAT WILL HELP YOU IN THE ROLE:

• Experience in production and DTP.

• Highly organised approach to work, must be aware of confidentiality issues

• Highly proactive, motivated, committed, flexible, and can-do approach. Must be able to think laterally and identify potential issues/conflicts within research material

WHERE WILL YOU BE WORKING?

You will be working at our Americas Headquarters at 745 Seventh Avenue. This 37-story office tower is located in Times Square in the heart of Manhattan and features a cafeteria and fitness center.

We’re a global, vital and highly respected financial organisation with an inspiring Purpose. Operating in 50 countries and employing around 83,000 people across the world, we help communities, individuals and businesses thrive. And we’ve created financial solutions and technology that the world now takes for granted. A career with us can offer incredible variety, depth and breadth of experience, and the chance to learn from some of the best minds in technology and finance.