Senior Equity Research Analyst – Large Cap Value (Buy Side)

Brandywine Global Investment Management is a multi-year winner of Pension & Investments Best Places to Work in Money Management. Our mission is to deliver superior outcomes for our clients by encouraging independent thinking and challenging one another in a culture of integrity and mutual respect. We believe in the power of value investing. Acting with conviction and discipline, we look beyond short-term, conventional thinking to rigorously pursue long-term value for our clients. Where others see risk, we see potential.

Since 1986, our global experience has provided clients with investment insights and a range of differentiated fixed income, equity, and alternative solutions. We thrive in a culture of debate that encourages ideas, respects diverse viewpoints, and invites candid discussion. By challenging one another and conventional thinking, we make better investment decisions and create value for our clients.

Brandywine Global, as a Specialist Investment Manager of Franklin Resources, Inc., offers the advantages of an investment boutique backed by the resources and infrastructure of one of the world's leading asset managers. With headquarters in Philadelphia and offices in London and Singapore, we are committed to bringing value to all our relationships. One of our core values is to build strong, diverse relationships. We recognize that each employee’s unique experiences, perspectives, and viewpoints add value to our ability to create and deliver the best possible service to our clients and partners. For more information about our firm and products, please visit www.brandywineglobal.com or visit us on Twitter @BrandywineGIM.

About the Investment Research Team

Our Philadelphia-based fundamental equity team focuses on large cap value and global equity. We are a curious, collaborative, high-performing group who seek to identify the best combination of valuation characteristics, earnings growth, and quality with identifiable catalysts for appreciation while attempting to avoid common behavioral finance mistakes. We value a culture of both cooperation and debate, the willingness to be different, and dedication to the value style.

How You Will Add Value

Core Responsibilities

• You will conduct fundamental research on value-oriented equities across a variety of sectors, capitalizations and geographies.

• You will develop and maintain detailed financial models, forecasts, and valuation frameworks.

• You will produce well-supported investment recommendations with clear risk/reward profiles.

• You will monitor company performance, earnings, and industry developments continuously.

• You will engage with company management, industry experts, and the sell-side community.

• You will write and present investment theses to the portfolio management team.

• You will contribute to portfolio construction discussions and risk assessments.

• You will take initiatives to set up and lead responsible investment engagements with companies.

• You will collaborate with other analysts to identify cross-sector opportunities and risks.

• You will participate in client, prospect and consultant meetings to help us grow our business.

• You will mentor junior analysts and contribute to team development and knowledge sharing.

What Will Help You Be Successful in This Role

Experience, Education & Certifications

• Minimum 7–10 years of experience in equity research (buy-side preferred).

• Deep sector expertise in one or more industries relevant to large cap value.

• Demonstrated track record of successful stock recommendations.

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or CFA encouraged but not required.

• Additional languages beyond English may be a plus.

• Experience participating in external client/consultant meetings is a plus.

• If you’re missing some of the above but feel you should be considered, we encourage you to make your case via cover letter- we will read it!

Technical Skills

• Advanced financial modeling and valuation skills (DCF, comparables, scenario analysis).

• Proficiency with Bloomberg, FactSet, Excel, and other financial tools.

• Strong analytical and quantitative reasoning capabilities.

• Ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.

Soft Skills

• Curiosity, kindness, willingness to be collaborative and open-minded.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• High level of integrity, accountability, and professional maturity.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Work Schedule & Location

• Standard hours: 9 AM – 5 PM (flexible start time available)

• Work arrangement: Hybrid (Philadelphia, PA) or On-site

Compensation: Franklin Templeton offers employees a competitive and valuable range of total rewards—monetary and non-monetary — designed to support their well-being and recognize their time, talents, and results. Along with base compensation, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, a 401(k) plan with a generous match, and recognition rewards. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a range of competitive healthcare options, insurance, and disability benefits, employee stock investment program, learning resources, career development programs, reimbursement for certain education expenses, paid time off (vacation / holidays / sick / leave / parental & caregiving leave / bereavement / volunteering / floating holidays) and a motivational wellbeing program. We expect the base salary for this position to range between $150,000 - $180,000, depending on level of relevant experience, plus an opportunity to earn a discretionary bonus.

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This position requires an individual who possesses the personal attributes and the professional experience consistent with the Firm’s high standards of conduct and performance. In performing the job, the individual must demonstrate behaviors consistent with the company core values including:

Act with Integrity

• Demonstrates values and ethics aligned to BGIM and is looked to for guidance on standards and norms
• Follows through on commitments
• Viewed as direct and truthful
• Shows consistency between words and actions
• Keeps confidences

Take Ownership

• Feels a sense of personal responsibility in seeing tasks to completion
• Works and thinks like a team member – owns their responsibilities while also considering the enterprise impact
• Takes personal accountability for decisions, actions and outcomes.
• Takes an active role in managing their own career development

Be Curious. Challenge Conventional Thinking

• Introduces new ways of looking at problems
• Experiments and finds new solutions
• Has the courage to push back and ask questions that advance the group’s thinking

Debate with an Open Mind

• Uses compelling arguments in representing own interests while actively seeking to understand different perspectives
• Steps up to address difficult issues, says what needs to be said
• Champions an idea or position despite dissent or political risk

Build Strong Diverse Relationships

• Relates openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people.  This includes diversity in the broadest sense – diversity of thought and functional expertise in addition to race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation.
• Builds effective formal and informal relationships inside and outside the organization – including co-workers, clients, vendors and parent company, Franklin Templeton.
• Draws upon multiple relationships to exchange ideas, resources and know-how
• Embraces the spirit of collegiality, mutual respect and teamwork

Strive For Balance

• Prioritizes business needs with an understanding personal realities
• Understands and considers competing agendas and priorities within the firm when making decisions

Brandywine Global Investment Management, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Disclaimer:
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified.  Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Firm.