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Equity Research Analyst, Industrials —… at JPMorgan Chase · Central…

ExperiencedOn-siteFull-timeCentral and Western, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong

Job Description

Equity Research Analyst, Industrials — Vice President or Executive Director

Location: Central and Western, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong

Step into a leadership role where you will build a new coverage vertical across diversified industrials, including embodied AI (robotics) and a broad range of sector themes. You will shape how clients interpret emerging trends, translate complex industry signals into investable insights, and help define the listed and “proxy” universe as it evolves. This opportunity empowers you to deliver intellectual leadership and client impact in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, while navigating sector shifts and technological innovation.

As a Vice President or Executive Director in the Equity Research team, you will originate and deliver differentiated research across the diversified industrials universe, including robotics and a broad range of sector themes. You will turn complex industry and supply-chain developments into clear, actionable investment insights for clients. You will help define the coverage universe and thematic framework, partner closely across sectors, and represent the franchise with senior clients and company management teams.

Job responsibilities

Build and own a coverage framework for diversified industrials, including robotics and other industrial/transport sectors, with a focus on listed companies and sector proxies
Produce thematic sector reports and collaborate on cross-sector projects with partner teams
Develop and maintain robust financial models (base and sensitivity cases) and clearly articulate the key value drivers and debate points
Translate industry and supply-chain developments into investable theses, key indicators, and catalysts
Handle day-to-day client requests with urgency and high quality, tailoring communication to client needs
Communicate investment ideas persuasively to internal and external stakeholders through written research and verbal interaction
Organize fact-finding trips, channel checks, and bespoke meetings with management teams and industry participants
Proactively propose new research approaches and initiatives to build franchise relevance in a new sector vertical
Apply strong risk awareness and operate in line with applicable legal, regulatory, and firm requirements

Required qualifications, capabilities and skills

Minimum of 6 years of equity research experience (or directly relevant buy-side / sector strategy experience) with a track record of published insights and client engagement
Demonstrated relevant coverage experience in at least one of: auto parts (electric vehicle supply chain), technology hardware, diversified industrials, or industrial automation
Proven ability to build and maintain end-to-end financial models, including base and sensitivity cases, with clear command of key levers and assumptions
Strong fundamentals orientation: ability to explain competitive landscape, risks, and industry drivers and connect them to market performance
Ability to synthesize disparate inputs into a compelling, well-structured investment thesis and communicate it clearly and concisely
Strong client service mindset with the ability to manage high-volume requests while maintaining quality and judgment
Demonstrated capability to independently plan and execute channel checks, expert calls, and management access
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related discipline
Due recognition will be given to relevant professional qualifications attained from reputable training institutes or professional bodies

Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills

Prior experience covering Hong Kong and/or China equities for sectors including but not limited to industrials, auto/auto parts, tech hardware, AI supply chain (or closely linked supply chains)
Established relationships with relevant corporates, suppliers, and industry experts across automation, components, and industrial technology ecosystems
Demonstrated ability to create thematic frameworks for early-stage or rapidly evolving sectors with limited pure-play comparables
Strong confidence interacting with senior business clients and company management teams
CFA/CPA or progress toward CFA/CPA
Evidence of creativity in research approach, problem solving, and franchise-building mindset

J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world’s most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.

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