Senior Research Analyst

SUMMARY:
A prestigious client is seeking a Senior Research Analyst to join their dynamic Research and Innovation team.

POSITION INFO:

Are you a driven investment professional with a passion for research and innovation?
A prestigious client is seeking a Senior Research Analyst to join their dynamic Research and Innovation team. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to a high-impact investment environment by delivering insightful sector analysis and driving strategic investment ideas.

The successful candidate will be part of a collaborative team that provides critical research support to sector specialists and broader investment teams, helping shape investment strategies that respond to both local and global trends.

Key Duties:

• Conduct fundamental and thematic research on sectors and industries.
• Support the Head: Research & Innovation and Sector Specialists with analytics and financial modelling.
• Prepare research reports to enhance investment insights and generate actionable ideas.
• Monitor local and global sector trends to inform investment decisions.
• Undertake research into emerging industries to identify potential opportunities.
• Contribute to sector and sub-sector investment strategies.
• Assist with financial and market analysis for unlisted transactions.
• Provide ad hoc research for executive committees and investment divisions.
• Cover sectors including manufacturing, ICT, and transport.
• Utilise Bloomberg or equivalent platforms for data analysis.

Key Requirements:

• Postgraduate qualification in commerce, accounting, finance, economics or equivalent.
• CFA/CAIA/Master’s degree (completed or in progress) advantageous.
• 5–7 years of relevant investment and research experience.
• Strong ability to connect sector research with asset class implications.
• FAIS RE 05 Certificate or willingness to obtain within 6 months of employment.
• Proven experience in sector research is beneficial.
• Excellent analytical, financial modelling and presentation skills.
• Strong grasp of macroeconomic trends and their sectoral impacts.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Bloomberg or similar analytical tools.

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