Posted on: 24 January 2024
ID 899368

Investment Analyst

Join our client, a prominent global Investment firm specialising in Fund of Funds, with its headquarters in Cape Town. They are currently seeking a dynamic Investment Analyst to join their expanding Investments division. Reporting directly to the Chief Investment Officer, we are in search of a candidate with exceptional potential and qualifications, showcasing a genuine passion for developing a career in the investment domain.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical or Quant Finance-based degree, or a background in Computer Science finance would be highly advantageous. This role, rich in quantitative aspects.
As a vital member of an Investment Team comprising approximately 5 individuals, you will gain extensive exposure to Manager Research, Quantitative and Qualitative analysis, and various asset classes and fund types. You will play a central role in providing data-driven recommendations for the company's investments, witnessing the tangible impact of your work in a professionally fulfilling environment.

Key Qualifications:
  • Any of the following:
    • Degree
    • Degree + Honours
    • Degree + Honours + Masters in a relevant subject
    • Actuarial, Maths, Stats, CompSci, Engineering, Finance, Investments, etc.
    • CA (SA), studying towards CFA, or any level of CFA already passed advantageous, but not a requirement
  • Existing understanding of the Investment Lifecycle and financial markets, including regulatory compliance monitoring
  • Quantitative experience/mindset
  • Advanced Excel, BI tools, SQL, Python, Java, C#, R, Data Analysis (large data sets), Fund performance attribution analysis, Fund performance calculations, Market data sourcing (Refinitiv, Bloomberg, Morningstar, FE Analytics)

Key Duties:
  • Conduct Manager Research on local and offshore funds
  • Contribute as a central team player in the Research Division
  • Conduct Quantitative Analysis & Analytics
  • Drive process improvements across the Investment function
  • Perform financial modelling
  • Prepare and present investment reports internally and to external clients

Key Personal Skills:
  • Strong moral and ethical values
  • Ability to engage in open and honest discussions
  • Committed and dedicated
  • High-quality work output
  • Interests and passions outside of work enriching personal opinions and recommendations
  • Engaging and persuasive personality

If you are eager to advance your career in Investments within this well-established Boutique firm, contact us to explore a role offering broad exposure to the entire Investment lifecycle, and collaboration within a highly collegial team. This is an office-based position, with no work-from-home option.
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