Equity Research Analyst, Europe/US Consumer Staples

Location: Bangalore, India About The Role We are seeking an experienced Equity Research Analyst, Europe/US Consumer Staples to join our research team in India with a primary focus on the Consumer / Staples sector across Europe and the US to support Senior Portfolio Manager (SPM) by providing high-quality research and analytical support In this role, you will work on financial modeling, forecasting, company and industry research, earnings analysis, database maintenance, and thematics. You will also use internal AI and research tools to improve efficiency, automate repeatable workflows, and enhance the quality and timeliness of research output. Key Responsibilities Build, maintain, and update detailed financial models, forecasts, and valuation frameworksAnalyze quarterly results, company disclosures, earnings transcripts, management commentary, and key operating driversConduct fundamental company and industry research to support investment analysisMonitor news flow, industry developments, market trends, and regulatory changes relevant to the sector / companiesMaintain and update internal databases, comparable company trackers, and recurring research materialsSupport thematic analysis, sector work, cross-company comparisons, and screening exercisesPrepare materials ahead of earnings, company meetings, industry events, and other key catalystsHelp improve research processes by identifying opportunities for automation, standardization, and workflow enhancement AI and Research Tools Leverage internal AI and research tools to drive efficiency across research workflowsUse approved tools to support tasks such as news tracking, transcript summarization, document synthesis, data extraction, and research preparationHelp automate repetitive, manual tasks while ensuring that analyst judgment, validation, and accountability remain central to final outputsContribute to the adoption of AI-enabled workflows and best practices within the research team Qualifications 7+ years of experience in equity research experience with buy side or sell side is requiredPrior coverage of the Consumer / Staples sector, ideally across Europe, USStrong capabilities in financial modeling, valuation, and fundamental analysisHands-on experience with databases such as Bloomberg, Visible Alpha, Neilsen IQ etc. Exposure to data, automation, or AI-enabled research workflows Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skillsStrong attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to manage multiple prioritiesAbility to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environmentHigh level of ownership, professionalism, and intellectual curiosity Preferred Qualifications Strong academic record: CFA or progress toward CFA is a plus Experience working with global teams across multiple geographies