At J.P. Morgan Asset Management, we provide equity solutions to many of the world's largest pension plans, sovereign wealth funds and central banks. The cornerstone of our approach to equity investing is our dedication to in-house research. Our on-the-ground presence in key markets, combined with structured collaboration across regions and sectors, allows us to identify, share and compare ideas around the globe. Our equity investment processes are founded on tried and tested investment philosophies, consistently applied, within a robust risk management framework. We provide equity strategies across regions, sectors, styles and the market cap spectrumJob SummaryThe Equity Research Analyst will be a member of the US Equity Growth Small and Mid Cap research team focusing on areas within the Consumer sector for Growth Portfolio Managers with the objective of producing actionable investment recommendations.Job Responsibilities Perform thorough fundamental analysis of a company's business and financial position to assess the quality of the franchise, the sustainability of its competitive advantage and its growth potential Utilize a variety of research methods to gain a differentiated perspective on a company's growth prospects with an emphasis on identifying stocks that have the potential to meaningfully exceed consensus expectations and possess substantial future optionality Identify and research important secular growth themes and companies exposed that are poised to gain market share and build an enduring franchise Filter through a broad coverage universe to identify high-potential stocks consistent with the high-quality growth investment philosophy Initiate and maintain written and verbal communications with Portfolio Managers focusing on the critical variables driving the investment thesis Build and maintain financial models to estimate future earnings and cash flow potential Required qualifications, capabilities and skills At least 5 years Consumer sector equity research experience Passion for the stock market generally and investing in Consumer growth stocks specifically Superior analytical skills, attention to detail and ability to multi-task Strong work ethic with a drive to outperform and a commitment to continuous improvement Intellectual curiosity with a desire to learn from multiple disciplines Strong interpersonal skills to work constructively and successfully with other team members Effective written and verbal communication skills Excellent financial modeling and equity valuation skills Ability to host company management teams effectively Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills CFA preferred Buyside experience preferred but would also consider sell side and investment banking