B. Riley Securities

B. Riley Securities

Research Associate

Arlington, VA · Director

Sponsorship not specified$80k-$100kDetected 50 days ago
ExpressFinancial ModelingAccountingExcelValuationM&AResearchLeadershipCommunicationMentoringMicrosoft OfficeCFA

About the role

  • Riley Securities has built its reputation as a premier small- and mid-cap research boutique widely recognized across the Street for its exceptional stock-picking performance, which is the backbone of our firm.
  • High-Impact Experience from Day One - C-suite access: Participate in management meetings, analyst days, earnings calls, and B.
  • Riley Securities provides services across investment banking, M&A advisory, and capital markets.

Responsibilities

  • Develop differentiated investment theses with clear catalysts and risk/reward frameworks.
  • Build and maintain complex financial models, including DCF, comparable analysis, and sector-specific frameworks.
  • Construct accurate forecasts and sensitivity analyses to support investment recommendations.
  • Support corporate access initiatives connecting investors with management teams.
  • Build relationships with company management teams and investor relations professionals.
  • Support corporate access initiatives connecting investors with company management teams.
  • Develop inquiry skills to identify pertinent questions and debate points.

Requirements

  • Advanced proficiency in Excel financial modeling and PowerPoint presentations.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to express ideas effectively and fluently to an institutional audience.
  • If not currently licensed, required to obtain all necessary licenses within the first 6 months of employment.
  • Riley Securities has established expertise:
  • sponsorship of all required FINRA licenses.
  • Education & Experience
  • Must have a Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, healthcare, or related field. Undergrads not accepted
  • Demonstrated passion for public markets through investment club participation, personal investing, and/or relevant coursework.
  • One to four years of experience in equity research or general finance (preferred but not required).
  • Technical Excellence
  • Superior analytical skills with deep understanding of financial and accounting principles.
  • Personal Attributes
  • Intellectual curiosity and passion for uncovering investment opportunities.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Comfortable with direct client interaction and public speaking.

Nice to have

  • CFA designation or active candidacy (preferred).
  • Experience with Bloomberg, Blue Matrix, and FactSet (preferred).
  • SIE, Series 86 and Series 87 licenses preferred.

Compensation

  • $80,000-$100,000, depending on experience

Benefits

  • Research Associate - Equity Research
  • With approximately 400 companies under coverage and a fundamentals-driven approach, our research platform has earned recognition for generating alpha-producing ideas that institutional investors trust.
  • Join small mentor-led groups to compete in monthly stock pitch competitions.
  • Winners earn bonus compensation; consistent excellence is required for promotion to senior associate and mentor roles.
  • Associate interview: Current team of associates evaluates your stock pitch and cultural fit.
  • Riley Securities provides comprehensive investment banking and capital markets services across all industry verticals, with our equity research platform serving as the intellectual foundation of the firm.
  • Equity research platform: https://www.brileysecurities.com/equity-research

Company info

  • access to training programs, industry seminars, and executive education.
  • Application Process
  • We are looking for exceptional talent to join our team.
  • The interview process includes:
  • We are seeking ambitious research associates that are ready to join our proven analyst development track and make an immediate impact at a leading middle-market investment bank.
  • With a 25+ year track record of identifying winning stocks and developing top-tier analysts, we believe that we offer the most proven path from associate to analyst on the Street.

Equal opportunity

  • B Riley Securities is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
  • We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally-protected factors.
  • Equal Opportunity Employment: B Riley Securities is an
  • equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • License support: sponsorship of all required FINRA licenses.
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