Research Analyst - China Coverage
Skills
Candidate Availability
Required and preferred rules are kept separate and reflect the wording in the original posting.
About the Role
You will conduct fundamental and quantitative research on Chinese industries and companies to identify investment opportunities. You will gather and analyse market, company, and financial data; build financial models and forecasts; prepare research reports and presentations; collaborate with portfolio managers; and maintain compliant research records.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred.
- Extensive investment research experience focused on Chinese markets.
- Fluency in written and verbal Chinese.
- Investment analytics and economic research skills.
- Knowledge of data-gathering and analysis best practices and methodologies.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of investment concepts and products.
- Knowledge of applicable regulations.
- Ability to build relationships and collaborate with investment and research teams.
- Ability to work independently in support of team goals.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Bloomberg, and other investment-industry standard data sources.
Responsibilities
- Develop detailed knowledge of assigned industries and companies and assess market developments, news, and related data.
- Gather industry and company research data and maintain accurate, current research databases.
- Collect information on financial performance, competitive positioning, and company management quality.
- Use quantitative tools to analyse market sectors and trends and conduct statistical analysis.
- Develop and maintain financial models for revenue and income forecasts, cash-flow analysis, balance-sheet analysis, and quarterly projections.
- Prepare industry and company reports, presentations, and exhibits that summarize research findings.
- Provide input on new investment ideas and portfolio positions.
- Participate in meetings with company management, brokers, and investment and research staff to obtain information and present findings.
- Document and maintain information for analysis activities.
- Ensure work complies with applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as requested.
