Our client, a New York City-based event-driven hedge fund founded by a prominent industry leader, launched in September 2024 with an impressive AUM. They are seeking a Senior Analyst to join their investment team. Ideal candidates should have experience in event-driven research, be industry generalists, and focus on public equities. This is a unique opportunity to join a high-caliber team at the early stages of a growing fund.
Key Responsibilities:
Generate event-driven investment ideas, including M&A, spinoffs, regulatory actions, activism, restructurings, business model changes, litigation, asset sales, special dividends, contingent value rights, share class trades, and new issues.
Conduct deep fundamental research and situational analysis through reviewing company filings, attending conferences, speaking with sell-side analysts, conducting expert calls, and financial modeling.
Understand and analyze situational factors related to specific catalysts and events.
Construct and monitor hedges for investments.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
8+ years of event-driven investing experience.
Experience in equity market neutral strategies with a strong understanding of market factors.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a top-tier institution with a strong academic record.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Strong personal and professional integrity.
Intellectual curiosity and a collaborative mindset.