Equity Analyst, Technology Sector - Bridgewater Associates

About Bridgewater 

Bridgewater Associates is a premier asset management firm, focused on delivering unique insight and partnership for the most sophisticated global institutional investors. 

Our investment process is driven by a tireless pursuit to understand how the world's markets and economies work — using cutting edge technology to validate and execute on timeless and universal investment principles. 

Founded in 1975, we are a community of independent thinkers who share a commitment for excellence. By fostering a culture of openness, transparency, and inclusion, we strive to unlock the most complex questions in investment strategy, management, and corporate culture. 

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Our Culture 

Bridgewater's unique success is the direct result of our unique way of being. We want an idea meritocracy in which meaningful work and meaningful relationships are pursued through radical truth and radical transparency. We require people to be extremely open, air disagreements, test each other's logic, and view discovering mistakes and weaknesses as a good thing that leads to improvement and innovation. It is by continually striving together for the highest levels of truth and excellence that we create meaningful work and meaningful relationships. Within this culture, Diversity and Inclusion is a top priority because it is essential to finding the best talent in the world, enabling our idea meritocracy, and creating an environment where all types of people can thrive. We have a full-time team as well as affinity networks that work on these issues - If you would like to learn more, please let your Bridgewater recruiter know. 

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About Your Role

The Equity Analyst will work closely with the Portfolio Manager (PM) and other members of our research team to develop and test investment ideas, strategies, and research. The Analyst will be an expert in the Technology sector with the goal of advancing team knowledge and understanding of current industry fundamentals, company fundamentals, and regulatory developments, while independently developing investment ideas (long and short) within the domain.

Ideal candidates should be passionate about investing, have a growth mindset, have a strong competitive spirit, and be relentless in their efforts to perform well. Prior experience on a high performing team is required, regardless of domain.

You will drive the following responsibilities:

• Conduct original, fundamental research and translate key learnings into actionable investment decisions
• Develop logical, comprehensive frameworks for the on-going assessment of industry and company fundamentals
• Attend industry meetings to develop a detailed understanding of key value drivers
• Articulate investment ideas in a clear and concise manner

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of fundamental equity research experience on the buyside, preferably alternative investment firm experience
• Strong academic credentials with either post-graduate qualifications (MBA or CFA) or relevant industry experience
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and synthesizing skills; experience working with and analyzing large datasets
• Strong accounting knowledge and financial modeling skills required.
• Demonstrated ability to produce insightful investment research and passion for investing

You will be a click for the role if you:

• Have demonstrated interest in or knowledge of the following sectors: internet, payments, software, semiconductors, and business services
• Are a self-starter who is an independent thinker, intellectual, honest, and able to challenge the status quo in a constructive manner
• Have excellent communication skills and strong interpersonal skills
• Are known for your can-do attitude when tackling daily tasks
• Are intellectually curious, detail-oriented and willing to "get into the weeds" in order to develop unique, actionable investment ideas
• Are a flexible, resilient team player with a positive attitude

Physical Requirements 

For most of our roles, Bridgewater offers remote work flexibility, with most employees required to work on campus as their principal work location, a minimum of two days (and in some cases three days) per week with the option to work offsite on other days. 

Compensation Band

The expected annual base salary for this position is $175,000-$300,000.The total compensation package includes variable compensation in the form of a discretionary target bonus.

Why Choose Bridgewater? 

It takes all types to make Bridgewater great. We seek a diverse group of innovative thinkers and push them to engage in rigorous and thoughtful inquiry. We develop people through an honest examination of their abilities and performance, enabling personal growth and professional development. We strive to provide you opportunities that will challenge you and unlock your potential. 

In this role, you will grow with us by: 

• Taking ownership of increasingly complex systems and processes. 
• Taking on oversight and mentorship responsibilities to grow talent as you gain experience. 
• Opportunities to grow your career across Bridgewater depending on your strengths, weaknesses, and experience. 

One of our core priorities at Bridgewater is to enable our employees to build a great life and career, and we believe our benefits are an important extension of that philosophy. As such, currently Bridgewater offers a competitive suite of benefits including: 

• Health insurance with 100% premium covered and access to additional concierge medical services 
• 401(k) plan with generous employer match 
• Paid time off, including fully paid parental leave and a competitive PTO package 
• Workplace flexibility and access to back up childcare 
• Financial assistance for family building support, including adoption and egg freezing 
• Workplace wellness, including on-site gyms, free meals and healthy snacks, and meditation rooms 
• An engaged and active community that includes many company events, affinity networks, and extracurricular interest groups  
• For a full list of Bridgewater benefits, click here. 

Bridgewater reserves the right to change its current benefits program at any time, in a manner that is consistent with applicable federal and state regulations. 

This job description is not a contract and confers no contractual rights, privileges, or benefits on any applicant or potential applicant. Bridgewater has the right to change any and all terms of this job description, including, but not limited to, job responsibilities, qualifications and benefits. Nothing in this job description constitutes an offer or guarantee of employment. Please note that we do not provide immigration sponsorship for this position. 

Bridgewater Associates, LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer