Research Analyst at Public Investment Corporation

(Ref: RSRCH003)

Requirements:

•  Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Economics/Investment Management or equivalent related qualification.
•  Postgraduate degree or studying towards a CFA /MBA, masters, etc. (Preferred).
•  2 to 5 years relevant investment research/industry research/financial markets experience.
•  Experience covering African macroeconomics will be an advantage.
•  Flexible, responsive and self-starting personality with keen attention to detail and ability to work across different teams within the division.
•  Must possess the desire and ability to work in a collaborative and intensive team-orientated environment.

Duties:

•  Assist in conducting fundamental and thematic research in support of Head: Research & Innovation and Sector Specialists.
•  Prepare research reports that are aimed at, enhancing PIC’s knowledge base on various sectors and generating investment ideas.
•  Assist in conducting industry and sectorial analysis on growth prospects, and developing/evolving global and local themes and trends.
•  Undertake market research analysis for unlisted transactions.
•  Assist with macro and sector research for Africa.
•  Assist in developing financial and economic models.

Competencies and skills:

•  Team player
•  Self-starter
•  Interpersonal skills
•  Planning and organising
•  Presentation skills
•  Financial analysis and interpretation
•  Financial modeling skills
•  Ability to undertake research
•  Strong analytical skills
•  Strong numerical skills
•  Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
•  Ability to work effectively under pressure
•  Experience on working on Bloomberg (preferred)