Lead Analyst/Principal Analyst - Fundamental Equities - Financial Research

Are you ready to work at the intersection of deep fundamental research and global investment decision-making? A leading global investment firm is looking to hire exceptional professionals to join its Fundamental Equities - Financial Research team in Bengaluru. This is a high-visibility role partnering directly with front-office investors and contributing meaningfully to global portfolio strategies. Why This Role Stands Out- You will: - Own and drive in-depth coverage across the Energy and Industrials sectors - Build and refine institutional-grade financial models used by global investment teams - Develop differentiated investment views through rigorous fundamental analysis - Present investment theses, risk assessments, and valuation insights to senior stakeholders - Participate in management calls, sell-side interactions, and expert discussions - Build detailed scenario and sensitivity frameworks to stress-test investment cases - Collaborate with global teams to refine evolving investment strategies - You will be part of a team that values intellectual rigor, independent thinking, and high-impact research. Who Should Apply? We are looking for high-caliber professionals with: - 5-10 years of investment research experience - Strong financial modeling & valuation expertise (DCF, comps, scenario analysis) - MBA / CFA / CA or equivalent background - Prior exposure to Energy / Industrials (any geography preferred) - Strong communication skills and ability to clearly articulate investment insights If you have worked in: - Sell-side equity research - Buy-side research - Investment banking with sector depth - Thematic or strategy research - this role could be a strong fit.