Akuna Capital

Fundamental Equity Analyst

Akuna Capital · Chicago, IL

Posted 5 days ago

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This role has been open
5 days
Akuna Capital's roles stay open a median of 45 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
0% of Akuna Capital's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Akuna Capital
high
28 stale, 1 reposted of 38 open
Hiring momentum
45 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-09-17

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About this role

As a Fundamental Equity Analyst at Akuna Capital, you will conduct in-depth research on companies and market events to inform trading strategies on the Relative Value desk. Your role involves analyzing earnings, corporate actions, and market news to pitch and defend trade ideas, while leveraging Akuna's technology and data infrastructure. You will also build relationships with industry contacts and develop your understanding of options trading.

Our read on this posting3.0out of 5
benefits
2/5
freshness
5/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
0/5

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What you need

  • 3-4 years of fundamental equity research experience; buy-side strongly preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related/equivalent field
  • Valuation and financial modeling skills with strong command of Excel
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to react quickly and accurately to rapidly changing market conditions

Nice to have

  • Equity options experience
  • Python or other programming skills
  • Fluency with incorporating AI tools into a research workflow

What you get

  • Minimum base salary starts at $145,000
  • Discretionary performance bonus
  • Comprehensive benefits package including employer-paid medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, and paid time off

Worth weighing

  • No specific mention of remote work or flexible hours
  • Fast-paced environment may not suit everyone
  • Expectations for accountability and advocacy for trades may add pressure

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Listed by Akuna Capital on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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