Research Associate, Global Financials
William Blair·London, England·Posted 15 September 2026
About the role
Solutions for Today’s Challenges. Vision for Tomorrow’s Opportunities. Join William Blair, the Premier Global Partnership. We are seeking a Research Associate to support our Financials investment team in conducting fundamental equity research across the global financial services sector, including banks, insurance companies, asset managers, specialty finance businesses and financial technology companies. The successful candidate will work closely with Research Analysts and Portfolio Managers to identify and evaluate investment opportunities, develop differentiated investment insights, and contribute to security selection decisions. The role requires strong analytical capabilities, intellectual curiosity, and a passion for investing. Candidates should possess a solid foundation in financial statement analysis and valuation, with the ability to translate research findings into actionable investment recommendations. Responsibilities include but may not be limited to: Conduct fundamental research and analysis on publicly listed financial institutions, including banks, insurers, asset managers, exchanges, specialty finance companies and other financial services businesses. Develop deep…
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