Independent US IPOs Analyst

TLDR

Drive ongoing research coverage of US IPOs and direct listings, providing insights and high-touch services to institutional clients while leveraging a data-driven methodology.

Only applications on Smartkarma's website (https://www.smartkarma.com/home/insight-providers/) will be accepted.

Smartkarma is seeking a senior analyst or analyst team to build ongoing research coverage of all US IPOs and direct listings with an expected deal size of [USD100mn or higher, excluding closed-end funds and SPACs].

Research coverage will entail:

Data-driven methodology to score and rank deals
Pre-IPO company tearsheet
Pre-IPO fundamental research
Pre-IPO valuation and pricing insights
Post-IPO trading summary
Post-IPO lock-up expiry preview

Within the first six months, the senior analyst or analyst team will also be expected to offer a high-touch service for select institutional clients covering:

Pre-deal:
- Pre-positioning
- Market intelligence/positioning/book color
- Management meeting questions
- Excel models
- Bespoke notes for pre-IPO/cornerstone stake (NDA-driven)
Post-deal:
- Lock-up expiry trades
Desk access:
- Access to team via email/messaging
- Direct calls

Extensive research and/or investment experience for institutional clients (5 yrs+)
Demonstrated experience and network within US equity capital markets
Demonstrated ability to write research

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.