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Posted May 21, 2026

Independent US IPOs Analyst

Job Description Only applications on Smartkarma's website (https://www.smartkarma.com/home/insight-providers/) will be accepted. Smartkarma is seeking a senior analyst or analyst team to build ongoing research coverage of all US IPOs and direct listings with an expected deal size of [USD100mn or higher, excluding closed-end funds and SPACs]. Research coverage will entail: • Data-driven methodology to score and rank deals • Pre-IPO company tearsheet • Pre-IPO fundamental research • Pre-IPO valuation and pricing insights • Post-IPO trading summary • Post-IPO lock-up expiry preview Within the first six months, the senior analyst or analyst team will also be expected to offer a high-touch service for select institutional clients covering: • Pre-deal: • Pre-positioning • Market intelligence/positioning/book color • Management meeting questions • Excel models • Bespoke notes for pre-IPO/cornerstone stake (NDA-driven) • Post-deal: • Lock-up expiry trades • Desk access: • Access to team via email/messaging • Direct calls Qualifications • Extensive research and/or investment experience for institutional clients (5 yrs+) • Demonstrated experience and network within US equity capital markets • Demonstrated ability to write research