Bernstein - Technology Sector Specialist

We are searching for a Technology Sales Sector Specialist to join Bernstein’s Institutional Sales team in New York.

The ideal candidate will combine technology industry expertise with strong analytical and communication skills to maximize the impact of Bernstein’s world-class technology research products.

As a Technology Sector Specialist, you will:

·       Synthetize significant inputs including: investor sentiment, positioning, Bernstein research calls and products, sector news and events to communicate impactfully with clients and internal stakeholders

·       Frame research and products to help identify opportunities for the Bernstein team to add value to investors

·       Work closely with the research teams to stay current on controversies and emerging trends in the space and share these perspectives with the generalist sales team.

·       Maintain constant coverage of industry news, trends, and developments, and, when appropriate, disseminate your insights to internal and external stakeholders

·       Liaise with internal sales and trading teams in response to news, corporate action, and company reporting

·       Co-host expert events with research analysts

·       Work with the Investor Access team to develop and organize relevant marketing opportunities

·       Specialists should be comfortable making +500 calls a year and available for regular marketing trips and events

The role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and includes a competitive benefits package including 401(k) plan with company match, Medical/Dental/Vision, and other benefits for fertility, wellness, student loans and commuters. Actual base salary offer will vary based on skills and experience.

Basic Qualifications

Our Sales Specialists typically possess:

·       Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in presenting and debating a point under pressure

·       Proven track record of entrepreneurialism: taking initiative, developing new ideas, or contributing to business growth and innovation

·       Relentless intellectual curiosity and a drive to excel at the highest level

·       Significant knowledge in technology financial markets

·       Proven understanding of global equity markets, company financials, asset allocation and strategy

·       Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills and client service orientation

·       Commercial skills to market and monetize research content

·       Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or similar

Preferred

·       Graduate degree in finance, technology or related field

·       Prior experience in technology equity research.

Bernstein is widely recognized as a premier global equity research and brokerage firm, with a trading platform that spans the US, Europe, and Asia. Our research and trading capabilities are sought out by leading investment managers around the world, and we have a long history of our research receiving #1 rankings for overall quality and industry knowledge.

Research is our legacy and foundation. Our brand is defined by our Blackbooks, renowned for their in-depth quantitative forecasts and unmatched industry expertise. Our Research Analysts are thought leaders who typically have many years of direct experience in the industries they cover. Our reputation is for the very highest caliber of disciplined investment and industry analysis.

In 2019 Bernstein acquired Autonomous Research, a highly regarded global financial services independent research firm. This acquisition further strengthened us as the preeminent provider of the highest-quality research to our clients worldwide.

On April 1, 2024, AllianceBernstein and Societe Generale announced the official launch of Bernstein, a new joint venture expanding our global cash equities and equity research business. Clients now have unparalleled equity liquidity access and a full range of integrated services, leveraging Bernstein’s cash equities and research capabilities and Societe Generale’s equity derivatives, prime services and equity capital markets offering.