Equity Research Associate, Metals & Mining
RBC is hiring an Equity Research Associate, Metals & Mining in Sydney, Australia. Level rates it ; you can apply on Level.
AI in this role
Support lead analysts in covering Australian-listed Metals & Mining companies through financial modelling and research.
Job Description
What is the opportunity?
RBC is expanding its Australian operations and seeking an Equity Research Associate to join our Metals & Mining Equity Research team in Sydney. We welcome technically qualified candidates with a genuine passion for equity research, commodities, and financial markets.
In this role, you will support our lead analyst in covering Australian-listed Metals & Mining companies through financial modelling, industry research, database management, and client support. You'll gain exposure to all facets of equity research while building a foundation for progression to lead analyst responsibilities within 3–5 years, depending on performance and experience.
What will you do?
- Assist the lead analyst with projects including company initiations and deep dive, thematic equity research reports
- Build, enhance, and maintain company and commodity financial models
- Develop and curate industry and commodity databases
- Produce high-quality, publication-ready equity research reports and presentations
- Respond to institutional investor inquiries with timely, insightful analysis
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with portfolio companies, industry consultants, and investors
- Participate in company site visits and investor presentations
What do you need to succeed?
Must-have
- Bachelor's degree in a finance-focused discipline (Commerce, Finance, Economics) and/or technical field (Engineering, Science)
- Minimum 2 years' full-time experience in equity research, funds management, corporate finance, or the mining industry (e.g., mining engineering)
- Demonstrated interest in equity markets and financial analysis
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with polished presentation abilities
- Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Proven ability to source, synthesize, and summarize data from diverse sources (databases, government statistics, trade publications, journals)
- Strong organizational and multitasking capabilities
- Ability to work independently and thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Flexibility to travel as required
Nice-to-have
- Prior experience with metals and mining companies or sector knowledge
- Professional financial designation (CFA, accounting qualification) or relevant postgraduate qualification
- Proficiency with FactSet or Bloomberg terminals
What’s in it for you?
We thrive on the challenge to be our best - progressive thinking to keep growing and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.
- A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses, flexible benefits and competitive compensation
- Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
- Opportunities to work with the best in the field
- Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
- Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
- A world-class training program in financial services.
RBC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or any other legally-protected factors.
Agency Notice
RBC Group does not accept agency resumés. Please do not forward resumés to our employees, nor any other company location. RBC Group only pay fees to agencies where they have entered into a prior agreement to do so and in any event do not pay fees related to unsolicited resumés. Please contact the Recruitment function for additional details.
Job Skills
Communication, Detail-Oriented, Economic Analysis, Financial Instruments, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Fund Analysis, Information Capture, Investment Reporting, Investments Analysis, Personal InitiativeAdditional Job Details
Address:
25 MARTIN PLACE:SYDNEYCity:
SydneyCountry:
AustraliaWork hours/week:
38Employment Type:
Full timePlatform:
CAPITAL MARKETSJob Type:
RegularPay Type:
SalariedPosted Date:
2026-10-12Application Deadline:
2026-11-12Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above
Our Employment Opportunities
At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One RBC. We believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.
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How we rate this
Equity Research Associate, Metals & Mining at RBC rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.
Little AI. AI is not part of the work.
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- ●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
- ●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
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