Point72 Academy Investment Analyst Program for Upcoming Graduates (2027 - UK)

Point72

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About the role

What you ’ll do

Join us to learn the fundamental research and analysis skills needed to become an investment analyst at Point72 applying your intellectual curiosity in a role that prizes creativity, autonomy, and analytical rigor. The program begins with eight months of formal training followed by two months of rotations with investment teams or similar roles on our platform. Best of all, upon successful completion, you may have the chance to join an investing team as a full-time analyst.

Develop sophisticated company analysis and modeling skills with guidance from our Academy faculty, investment professionals, and professors from some of the world’s leading universities.

Learn statistics, accounting, financial modeling, data analysis, coding, and more.

Apply the skills you’ve developed to real-life situations as you rotate with up to three investing teams.

Work closely with our investment professionals, gaining firsthand experience and mentorship throughout your rotations.

Upon Successful Graduation: The Analyst Role

You may have the opportunity to become an equity research analyst at Point72, where you'll apply your financial acumen and curiosity to help shape your team’s investment strategies as you:

Build and refine sophisticated financial models to help you understand the businesses you cover and how they are changing

Perform company channel checks; attend industry events; build relationships with industry contacts, sell-side analysts, and research associates; analyze data sets to develop investment theses

Constantly develop your skills through coaching from your Portfolio Manager and by using the full breadth of the Professional Development resources available to you

Conduct yourself with the highest levels of professionalism, integrity, ethics, and excellence

Who We're Looking For

We welcome students from all academic disciplines. Your field of study or major is not a determining factor; we seek individuals who can collaborate effectively, exhibit integrity, possess intellectual curiosity, demonstrate leadership potential, and express a keen interest in the financial markets.

Students should have a high enthusiasm for the financial services industry. Interest in analyzing companies and looking at stocks is recommended given the project-based nature of this program.

Candidates with excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and a high degree of self-motivation.

 WE WANT YOU TO APPLY IF YOU ARE: 

A current student who will graduate from university between December 2026 and July 2027.

Fascinated by research and problem-solving, relentlessly curious, and constantly expanding your horizons.

Committed to continued success in your academic and professional career with the highest levels of professionalism, integrity, and excellence.

Commitment to the highest ethical standards.

Highly self-driven and motivated to explore a career in finance.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

Your online application, essays, and resume will serve as an introduction to who you are as a candidate. Once submitted, we will begin reviewing your profile.

Selected candidates will receive an email invitation to participate in a case study, allowing you to showcase your experiences and demonstrate your business acumen.

Following submission and review of your case study, the next step is a series of virtual one-on-one interviews with various members of the Academy team, if selected.

About Point72

Point72 is a leading global alternative investment firm led by Steven A. Cohen. Building on more than 30 years of investing experience, Point72 seeks to deliver superior returns for its investors through fundamental and systematic investing strategies across asset classes and geographies. We aim to attract and retain the industry’s brightest talent by cultivating an investor-led culture and committing to our people’s long-term growth.

We’re a firm that thrives on ideas, and we’ve found that the Point72 Academy has provided us with diverse viewpoints and perspectives. We can offer support in Academy Associates’ growth and development as analysts and portfolio managers.

There is no set application deadline for this position. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the program is at capacity. We strongly encourage you to apply and fulfill all requirements as soon as you feel ready to begin the hiring process. Please note, you may only submit one application to the Academy program globally, so please be sure to apply to the region you are most interested in.

Don't miss this opportunity to kickstart your career in the world of investing with Point72 Academy.

Please note that any use of GenAI is strictly prohibited when completing this application.

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