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Strategas

Investment Research Associate

New York, NY

$125K - $175K/yr

Investment Research Associate The Investment Strategy team is focused on macro and market themes that impact investors. The team formulates and communicates market and economic perspectives to ...

Strategas

Investment Research Associate

New York, NY · On-site

$125K - $175K/yr

Investment Research Associate The Investment Strategy team is focused on macro and market themes that impact investors. The team formulates and communicates market and economic perspectives to ...

Alan Biller

Investment Research Associate

Menlo Park, CA · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

We are seeking Investment Research Associates to assist Analysts on a broad range of asset classes, including public equities, fixed income, private equity, private debt, infrastructure, and ...

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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for investment research associate in the United States is $32.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.20 and $37.02 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an Investment Research Associate do?

An Investment Research Associate supports investment analysts and portfolio managers by gathering, analyzing, and interpreting financial data on companies, industries, or markets. Their work involves building financial models, preparing reports, and monitoring news and trends that may affect investment decisions. They assist in making recommendations for buying, holding, or selling securities based on thorough research. This role requires strong analytical, quantitative, and communication skills, as well as proficiency in financial tools and software.

What is the difference between Investment Research Associate vs Equity Analyst?

AspectInvestment Research AssociateEquity Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, often finance or economics; some roles prefer CFA Level IBachelor's degree, CFA Level I or II common; finance or economics background
Work EnvironmentFinancial firms, asset management companies, investment banksEquity research departments, investment firms, asset managers
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across investment firms for supporting researchSpecialized role focusing on stock analysis and recommendations

Investment Research Associates support senior analysts by gathering data and preparing reports, while Equity Analysts focus on analyzing stocks and making investment recommendations. Both roles require similar credentials and work in related environments, but Equity Analysts have a more specialized focus on equity markets.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Investment Research Associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Investment Research Associate, you need strong analytical skills, financial modeling expertise, and a relevant degree such as finance, economics, or accounting. Familiarity with data analysis tools like Excel, Bloomberg Terminal, and financial databases, as well as certifications like CFA, is often required. Attention to detail, effective communication, and curiosity help you stand out when synthesizing complex information and presenting recommendations. These skills are crucial for delivering accurate insights that guide investment decisions and support portfolio growth.

How does an Investment Research Associate typically contribute to investment decision-making within a firm?

Investment Research Associates play a crucial role by gathering and analyzing financial data, building financial models, and preparing detailed reports that inform portfolio managers and senior analysts. They are often responsible for monitoring industry trends, tracking company performance, and presenting actionable insights. Collaboration is key, as associates frequently participate in team meetings and communicate their findings to other departments, ensuring that investment decisions are based on thorough research and up-to-date information. This role offers excellent exposure to the decision-making process and can pave the way for advancement into senior analyst positions.
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Investment Research Associate

Investment Research Associate

Strategas

New York, NY

$125K - $175K/yr

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Investment Research Associate

The Investment Strategy team is focused on macro and market themes that impact investors. The team formulates and communicates market and economic perspectives to clients, the media and internal constituents. Led by the firm's Chief Investment Strategist, Jason De Sena Trennert, the team seeks to provide clear and concise research that allows its clients to reach actionable investment conclusions in a timely manner.

The Role

As an Investment Research Associate, you will be responsible for helping to develop the strategy narrative, coming up with actionable ideas and themes, and deliver market insights to investors. You will not only have prior experience in macro research as an economist or strategist, but must also be an outstanding writer, and able to both educate a range of client types.

The Impact You'll Make:

  • Deliver our cross-asset class investment views into client presentations, publications or product-oriented marketing programs.

  • Work closely with senior leadership and sales personnel to develop topical and relevant materials for presentation to clients and prospects.

  • Support the marketing and servicing of various products for clients and prospects.

  • Participate in the formulation of macro-based strategy views and research across all asset classes - equities, rates, credit, commodities and foreign exchange.

  • Respond to developing macro-economic or geopolitical situations in relation Strategas's view, proactively and reactively.

  • Provide sales personnel with guidance comparing, contrasting and, when necessary, acknowledging conflicting strategy positioning which will arise from time to time.

  • Work closely with Marketing, the successful candidate will be relied upon to research, create, and author original thought leadership which will be used to create pieces such as short articles, white papers, videos, audio casts, client calls, presentations and infographics.

  • Support the Firms' institutional clientele with bespoke requests and calls.

What You'll Bring to Baird:

  • A Bachelor's degree or higher is required.

  • Strong client skills as frequent interaction with our clients will be required.

  • Superb written and verbal communication skills, as well as the proven ability to effectively convey ideas with passion and clarity (simplify the complex with the use of stories, anecdotes and analogies).

  • Writing samples, examples of research or other materials are welcome.

  • Intellectual curiosity and the ability to generate insightful and relevant investment ideas backed by rigorous research.

  • Strong understanding of financial markets and economics; candidate should be well-versed in capital markets history and economic indicators, as well as equity, fixed income, international, emerging markets, currency, asset allocation, and alternative asset classes.

  • Familiarity with statistical packages, Bloomberg, FactSet, Reuters, Microsoft Office, etc.

  • 3-7 years of professional experience

Compensation and Benefits:

  • $125,000 - $175,000 annual salary range

  • Bonus potential

  • Compensation and bonus are commensurate with experience, performance and/or firm profitability

  • Check out ourTotal Rewards at Baird, which is a summary of our benefits and compensation

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