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Analyst

Summary

Analyst conducts investment research, builds financial models, and monitors portfolio risk for a hedge fund, using quantitative and fundamental analysis.

What you’ll do:

  • Conduct fundamental/quantitative research on securities, sectors, or macroeconomic themes to generate investment ideas
  • Build and maintain financial models, valuation frameworks, and scenario analyses
  • Monitor portfolio positions and market developments relevant to existing holdings
  • Prepare investment memos and present recommendations to portfolio managers
  • Liaise with sell-side analysts, company management, and industry experts
  • Collaborate with investment, risk and research teams to optimize portfolio construction
  • Monitor portfolio risk exposures (including market, credit, liquidity, concentration) against internal limits
  • Develop and maintain risk models, stress tests, and scenario analyses
  • Prepare risk reports for senior management and relevant stakeholders
  • Work closely with PMs to ensure risk limits and guidelines are adhered to

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field
  • Prior exposure to financial markets, asset management, or investment banking is preferred
  • Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to synthesis research findings into actionable insights
  • Strong personal integrity and ability to handle sensitive, confidential information
  • Adaptability to work across different teams and functions over the course of the secondment

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