Analyst

International Equity Analyst

Driehaus Capital Management LLC is a privately held investment management firm that manages global, emerging markets, US growth equity and alternative investment strategies.  The firm has a diverse institutional client base comprised of corporate and public pensions, endowments, foundations, sub-advisory, family offices, wealth managers and financial advisors, globally.  

Our office is in downtown Chicago, IL (River North neighborhood) and we offer a full benefits package along with the potential of a hybrid work schedule following an initial training period. 

We are seeking an Associate Analyst/Analyst with 1 – 4 years of equity research experience to support our International Small Cap team. Position offered (Associate Analyst vs Analyst) depends on relevant years of experience and skill set.   

Primary responsibilities include:

• Research and evaluate new investment ideas for assigned portfolios which meet investment objectives and portfolio requirements.
• Analyze markets, competitive positioning, industry publications, data releases, regulatory events, earnings reports, published research and technical factors.
• Prepare written reports for Portfolio Manager(s) to review which include investment ideas and reasons supporting ideas based on analysis of relevant factors.
• Recommend stocks to purchase within the assigned area(s).
• Conduct research on existing holdings to determine whether or not they continue to meet stated investment objectives and recommend changes in holdings if no longer compatible with investment objectives.
• Assess fundamental and technical trends within the assigned area(s) to generate appropriate investment ideas and contribute to asset allocation decisions.
• Monitor and interpret major ESG-related company developments, best practices, themes, and trends affecting companies, sectors, and industries.

Knowledge/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Investment professional with at least 1 year of financial analysis experience.
• Demonstrated interest in investment management and international markets.
• Passion for growth investing and demonstrated interest in pursuing a career in equity research.
• Familiarity with using either Factset or Bloomberg.
• Strong accounting and finance skills.
• Ability to communicate ideas, strong presentation skills, decisive, curious and willingness to learn.
• High impact individual who can think independently, make decisions quickly, and have the confidence and drive to be successful.

Driehaus Capital Management LLC offers an exciting, comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which includes but is not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental and vision insurance, short and long-term disability, generous paid time off, profit sharing & 401k plan, cell phone allowance, discretionary annual bonus, and subsidized fitness and wellness benefits.

In accordance with the Illinois Pay Transparency Law, the target base salary range for the role is below.  Actual annual base salaries may vary based on factors including but not limited to internal equity, market data/ranges, as well as the individual applicant's education, training, prior relevant experience, and other job-related qualifications. If hired, base pay will be determined on an individualized basis and is only one part of the total compensation package.

Target Base Salary Range: $90,000 - $130,000

Driehaus Capital Management LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.