Equity Research Insurance Associate

Company ProfileMorgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. The Firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments and individuals from more than 1,200 offices in 43 countries.As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success. Together, we share a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence and strong team ethic. Morgan Stanley can provide a superior foundation for building a professional career - a place for people to learn, to achieve and grow. A philosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs is an important part of our culture.Department We are a top ranked Research house. We have over 600 analysts globally covering more than 3,000 stocks, and Morgan Stanley's offices total more than 1,200 in 43 countries worldwide. We are committed to being an essential part of our client's investment process and focus on risk-reward essentials to help clients validate their investment decisions.We know that the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success, and we all share a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence and a strong team ethic. Our aim is to provide a workplace where people can learn, achieve and grow - a philosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs is an integral part of our culture.Role ProfileWe are looking to hire an Associate, based in London, to: * Join the highly ranked European Insurance team working with our senior analysts to help write world-class thematic, sector and company research * Working with a team of analysts responsible for coverage of life and non-life Insurance companies * Build, develop and maintain comprehensive financial models * Cultivate strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders * Perform value-add analysis and interpret data on market and economic events to identify and describe trends * Prepare pre and post-results updates on your covered companies * Attend and report on corporate events, roadshows, company presentations and conferences * Manage client requests and take ownership of workflowYou Are: * Intellectually curious and passionate about financial markets * Genuine interest in insurance companies, the broader insurance industry and related trends * An excellent communicator, with strong verbal and written skills * A team-player who enjoys knowledge sharing and collaborating with your colleagues * Resourceful, a self-starter who enjoys taking initiative to deliver results with exceptional attention to detailSkills required (essential) * Experience in either an actuarial consultancy firm, industry, sell-side, investment banking or buy-side. * Qualified FIA, or ACA with exposure to Insurance companies and/or experience as an actuary * Life insurance focus; preferably experience with UK Life assurers. Accounting (ACA) qualification would be acceptable if has had experience with UK Life assurers or Investor Relations. * A top-class undergraduate degree, or international equivalent, from a leading university * Proven experience of financial modelling or evaluating companies#LI-JH1WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 89 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren't just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you'll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There's also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser.Certified Persons Regulatory Requirements: If this role is deemed a Certified role and may require the role holder to hold mandatory regulatory qualifications or the minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks. Flexible work statement Interested in flexible working opportunities? Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greater freedom of choice through flexible working arrangements. Speak to our recruitment team to find out more. Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.