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 Equity Investment Analyst                                                     Pittsburgh, PA

Federated Hermes, Inc., one of the nation’s largest investment managers with over $631 Billion in managed assets has an exciting opportunity for an equity analyst to join our Value Income team focusing on Communication Services and Technology. The successful candidate will be joining a dynamic, highly successful and energetic team of analysts and portfolio managers. The team manages greater than $4 billion in assets, across multiple investment disciplines and styles within the value income category.

Pittsburgh is one of the nation’s most livable cities with a strong economy; lower cost of living than cities of similar size; entrepreneurial spirit; sense of community; superior academics and top research universities; and, vibrant arts, food, cultural and professional sports scenes.  Federated Hermes is a company that fosters a strong collaborative culture and recognizes the strength of individual contributions. 

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in business related field required; Working towards MBA/CFA preferred
• Prior experience in the financial services industry or investment research is preferred.
• Working Knowledge or experience analyzing Communication Services or Technology industries is valued.
• Demonstrated understanding of financial modeling, valuation and financial statements required
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Excellent research knowledge, analysis and decision-making skills required
• Advanced computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel required and working knowledge of Bloomberg and FactSet preferred

MAJOR DUTIES:

• Initiate, perform and maintain utilizing the team’s established investment process to perform fundamental analysis of publicly traded companies to assess suitability of stocks for inclusion in the portfolios. The investment analysis will include financial statement analysis, financial modeling, competitor analysis as well as assessment of industry, regulatory and macroeconomic trends
• Utilize fundamental analysis to formulate investment ideas and clearly articulate to the portfolio managers, on a timely basis. This includes generating and diligently communicating value-added buy, sell and hold recommendations on individual securities and other relevant information to the portfolio managers
• Independently and diligently seek equity research and remain apprised of company and industry trends. Sources include, but are not limited to, industry publications, public documents, annual reports, trade journals, interviews with management teams, working with sell-side research analysts and reviewing financial statements and earnings transcripts. Channel checks, attendance at industry trade shows, networking with industry competitors, clients and suppliers should be utilized
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all research performed
• Proactively participates in all research meetings
• Travel is required

For more than 60 years, Federated Hermes has provided world-class investment solutions to financial professionals in the United States and around the world.  Federated Hermes' employees have defined the qualities of the company’s success over the decades: a reputation for integrity and excellence, a commitment to customers and employees and a history of longstanding client relationships.  While each market cycle brings new opportunities and challenges to the company, Federated Hermes continues to foster employee commitment to excellence in the investment management industry.

Federated Hermes, Inc. offers a competitive salary and benefits package along with a professional environment.

Only those candidates in whom we have an interest will be contacted.

EOE

For consideration, go to   https://careers.federatedinvestors.com/psp/EXT/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=11&JobOpeningId=8533&PostingSeq=1