Senior Equity Research Analyst

Responsibilities

• Convert equity research insights into scalable AI platform features for stock discovery and selection
• Design and evaluate LLM-based workflows to process unstructured data into structured metrics and factors
• Develop and evaluate sector-based factor models using fundamental research and quantitative techniques
• Oversee stock-picking model alignment to surface opportunities for a large retail investor audience
• Partner with Engineering to implement data pipelines, establish backtests, and ship analysis capabilities

Requirements

• 4+ years of buy-side public markets investing experience (hedge fund, long-only, family office, or endowment)
• Practical LLM workflow experience (prompt engineering, structured extraction, error analysis)
• Experience with programming, coding, or working with data
• Strong forensic accounting knowledge
• Proven ability to build three-statement and sector-wide models
• Experience contributing to a rigorous, process-driven investment strategy

Benefits

• Salary range of $200,000-$235,000 plus bonus eligibility
• Onsite fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment and daily group classes
• Gourmet cafeteria with daily specials
• Free shuttle transportation to/from Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hoboken, and Jersey City
• Access to professional development in a high-growth technology and media environment

About the Company

VERSANT is a leading force in news, sports, and entertainment, home to iconic brands including CNBC, USA Network, and E!. We combine content, technology, and services to deliver exceptional experiences across all screens. We are an industry-changing media company fueled by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit.