Market Intelligence Analyst

Market Intelligence Job DescriptionAbout Okapi PartnersOkapi Partners, LLC is a specialty advisory firm with unrivaled insight into how investors behave and make investment decisions. We design and execute thoughtful, results-oriented strategies that ensure our clients succeed in any scenario requiring investor response. We offer clients superior intellectual capital, extensive industry relationships, and unmatched execution capabilities.Position SummaryThis position will play a key role in Okapi Partners' strategic growth plan as we continue to expand our client base. The Analyst will be responsible for working directly with our corporate clients and will be a key member of the stock surveillance team responsible for researching and compiling data related to clients’ investor base, trading, and market trends as well as interacting with clients and developing client relationships.ResponsibilitiesWork with and advise clients with insights concerning their current and potential future institutional investorsUnderstand and succinctly communicate with clients about the day-to-day activities in the equity markets and how it is affecting their share valuationInitiate, build, and expand relationships with our corporate clients’ Investor Relations Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and the Board of DirectorsSupport clients’ financial analysis project requestsWork with clients in supporting their Investor Relations outreach programsIdentify and communicate Institutional buying and selling within our clients’ shareholder baseBuild relationships with the Buy-Side community to understand and communicate their intentionsWork with senior account executives to service client accounts, understand client needs, and interface with clients on a regular basisKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesStrong quantitative and qualitative skillsMust be able to communicate clearly with clients both verbally and in writingEnjoy and excel in a team environmentProficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPointStrong time management ability as well as working on multiple projects simultaneouslyDetail-orientated with the ability to work under strict deadlines and multiple projects concurrentlyEducation and ExperienceBachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics (or related field) or mathematicsExperience in creation and modification of Excel based models including financial statement models and valuationsFamiliarity with Bloomberg and/or Factset a plusOtherMinimal travel is required (5-10%)Occasional weekend work depending on project workIn person 5 days/week