Equity Research Associate, Metals & Mining

About the role

RBC is expanding its Australian operations and is looking for an Equity Research Associate to join its Metals & Mining Equity Research team in Sydney. You will support the lead analyst in covering Australian-listed Metals & Mining companies through financial modelling, industry research, database management and client support. The role suits technically qualified candidates with a genuine interest in equity research, commodities and financial markets, with progression to lead analyst responsibilities possible within 3-5 years depending on performance and experience.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the lead analyst with projects including company initiations and deep dives, and thematic equity research reports
• Build, enhance and maintain company and commodity financial models
• Develop and curate industry and commodity databases
• Produce high-quality, publication-ready equity research reports and presentations
• Respond to institutional investor inquiries with timely, insightful analysis
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with portfolio companies, industry consultants and investors
• Take part in company site visits and investor presentations

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in a finance-focused discipline (Commerce, Finance, Economics) and/or a technical field (Engineering, Science)
• At least 2 years' full-time experience in equity research, funds management, corporate finance or the mining industry (e.g. mining engineering)
• Demonstrated interest in equity markets and financial analysis
• Strong attention to detail, excellent written and verbal communication, and polished presentation skills
• Ability to work independently, handle pressure in a fast-paced environment and travel as required
• Nice to have: metals and mining sector knowledge, professional financial designation (CFA, accounting qualification) or postgraduate qualification, and FactSet or Bloomberg proficiency

Required skills

• Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Sourcing, synthesising and summarising data from databases, government statistics, trade publications and journals
• Financial planning and analysis, investment reporting and economic analysis

What we offer

• Total rewards program including bonuses, flexible benefits and competitive compensation
• Development coaching and a world-class training program in financial services
• A dynamic, collaborative team in a high-performing environment