Ariel Investments is a premier, boutique, asset management firm. Our primary goal is to drive exceptional investment returns by bringing diverse perspectives together. The only way to beat a benchmark is to not look like one. As value investors, our thinking is deliberate and unconventional. We offer an independent, patient investing approach and aim to deliver excellence in any environment. We uphold our fiduciary responsibility to every shareholder, no matter how big or small.
At Ariel, we strongly believe that teamwork yields results—which is why we have Co-CEOs. John W. Rogers, Jr. and Mellody Hobson share a desire to cultivate leaders who are curious, focused and disciplined. We are nimble and efficient. Our drive is fanatical and intentional. Everyone plays their position, and each contribution is critical to our firm’s success. We seek subject matter experts who are unapologetically themselves. We encourage our employees to reach their full potential and we give them the runway to do so.
After four decades of active investing, we remain committed to our clients, our teammates and our community. We strive to be best-in-class investors and pioneer a path for those who entrust us with their financial future.
Who we’re looking for:
An experienced buy-side research analyst to cover technology companies in Emerging Markets. The role requires solid fundamental research capabilities, advanced financial modelling and valuation skills, clear communication, and accountability for investment decisions.
A background in global technology is required. Experience in emerging markets and value investing is preferred.
Additionally, we are seeking a candidate with a strong record of professional excellence, natural intellectual curiosity, and a willingness to engage in thoughtful debates within a team-based decision-making environment.
The team:
This role offers the opportunity to join a well-established team with a long history of EM investing. The team launched EM value and EM value ex- China strategies at Ariel in April 2023. The role combines the stability of a well-respected value firm with an entrepreneurial opportunity to help build and grow the emerging markets business.
Our investment philosophy is rooted in value with a catalyst. We identify companies with attractive and sustainable returns that are underappreciated by the market. We focus on inflection points in business fundamentals and strive to capitalize on price dislocations and short-term market inefficiencies to drive long-term capital appreciation. A disciplined approach to valuation is critical to success.
Each person plays a defined role, and each contributes to the team’s and firm’s success. We seek subject matter experts who can formulate and defend a point of view, while being open minded to other opinions, in order to ensure the portfolio reflects the best ideas. We support employees to reach their full potential by offering a runway to do so.
Position Summary
Our analysts are the primary source for idea generation for team portfolios. You will conduct bottom-up fundamental stock selection, driven by proprietary research.
You will be fully integrated into the investment process and responsible for identifying, analyzing, and making investment cases. This is a decision-making role with responsibility for monitoring and managing equity securities that align with the investment goals.
You’ll work closely with fellow analysts, portfolio managers, and the CIO. The position will report to the Chief Investment Officer of Global and Emerging Markets and is based in our midtown Manhattan offices.
Some travel is required.
Experience and Qualifications
- At least 7+ years of relevant work experience (sell side research, buy side research, investment banking, consulting, corporate strategy, tech engineering)
- At least 5 years of buy-side technology sector investing in emerging / international markets
- Effective oral and written communication skills to clearly articulate and debate an investment thesis and ability to interact with senior management of companies in coverage area
- Strong foundation in fundamental research to identify factors such as competitive advantage, strategic inflection points or disruptive developments as well as the ability to synthesize and articulate these fundamental characteristics both qualitatively and quantitively
Education
- Bachelor’s or master's degree.
- MBA and/or CFA a plus
Technical Proficiency Requirements
- Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
- Bloomberg
- Visible Alpha, preferred not required
- S&P Cap IQ, preferred not required
Compensation
The base salary range for this role is $140,000 - $185,000. Plus, bonus.
Compliance:
Ariel employees, including the incumbent(s) in this position, are required to: (1) read and strictly adhere to all compliance policies and procedures of the various Ariel entities, as applicable; and (2) work together with their colleagues, including the CCO, to resolve compliance issues.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Diversity:
Ariel celebrates diversity and practices inclusion as a way to get work done – it’s in our DNA. As an equal opportunity employer, employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, marital status, parental status (including pregnancy), disability, perceived disability, veteran status, status of military discharge, or any other basis under federal, state, or local law. Ariel prohibits discrimination against an applicant or employee because of their actual or perceived protected characteristic(s), and is committed to recruiting, retaining, and developing a diverse group of talented applicants, and to providing employees with a workplace free from discrimination and/or harassment.
Equal employment opportunity takes place in all employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, and termination. The firm seeks to uphold an inclusive culture where diversity is recognized and valued. As such, Ariel provides employees a robust benefits package that includes:
- Coverage for same-sex partner (domestic or spouse)
- Coverage for children (natural born, step, adopted or foster)
- Fully paid medical insurance that covers fertility treatments, gender affirmation
- Employer contributions to a Health Savings Account
- Maternity leave at 100% pay (12 weeks)
- Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks depending on tenure)
Lastly, all employees have access to Ariel-sponsored educational, training, and recreational activities.
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What We Do
Ariel Investments is headquartered in Chicago, with offices in New York City, San Francisco, and Sydney. We serve individual and institutional investors through our no-load mutual funds and separate accounts. Since our founding in 1983, we have been disciplined long-term investors. This defining characteristic is the cornerstone of our investment philosophy, and symbolized by our turtle logo and the firm’s motto, “slow and steady wins the race.” For complete social media disclosures and terms of use, please visit: https://www.arielinvestments.com/social
