Equity Research, China Strategist, Associate/ VP

Company Profile Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. The Firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments and individuals from more than 747 offices in 42 countries As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success. Together, we share a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence and strong team ethic. Morgan Stanley can provide a superior foundation for building a professional career - a place for people to learn, to achieve and grow. A philosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs is an important part of our culture. Department Profile Morgan Stanley has earned a strong reputation for the originality of its research and the value it creates among investors and decision makers. Our Equity Research team was ranked No.1 for the seventh consecutive year in the Institutional Investor Asia Research Team ranking this year. Our analysts look at economic, market, industry and company data to enhance the performance of clients' global portfolios and to help companies set their strategic direction. Primary Responsibilities The candidate is expected to join the Equity Strategy team, with a strong China focus. The team has been voted as the No.1 Equity Strategy team 8 years in a row since 2018 in the Institutional Investor Asia Research survey. Responsible for equity strategy research and report drafting on different subjects including: Index price target forecast, sector allocation recommendations and top-down stock picking and portfolio construction Long-term thematic trend Near-term market commentary Perform detailed research analysis both quantitatively and qualitatively based on deep knowledge and understanding of equity market, equity index, market composition, earnings and valuation moves Address client requests in a timely fashion, including performing the underlying analysis and drafting communication documents and emails Conduct live client interaction including in-person meetings, live calls, webcasts and ad-hoc interactions QUALIFICATIONS Skills required (essential) Experience in equity strategy research within a top tier sell side or buy side firm. Experience in dealing with equity asset class concepts and performing both fundamental, thematic and quantitative analysis Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in equity strategy research or relevant areas Excellent communication skills both in writing and in live client interaction Fluent in Mandarin Chinese and English (reading and writing) Experience with both the A-share market and the offshore China equity space strongly preferred Experience with quantitative analytical skills leveraging AI capability strongly preferred WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY: At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work. To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste into your browser. Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents. Our workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. For more information, please visit: .