アセットアロケーションコンサルティングファームでの ファンドリサーチャー/Senior Analystの求人

●The Role
The Senior Analyst, Manager Research play a key role in supporting our manager research operation in Japan, delivering high quality and timely research to investors and clients. In addition to conducting fund due diligence and writing research reports, the Senior Analyst will also support the promotion of our mission and research capabilities through our global thought leadership program, and active engagements with the external market on key investment and industry issues that are relevant to Japanese investors. The role is based in our Tokyo office.

●Responsibilities
Research and critically assess fund managers and managed investments domiciled in Japan.
Lead fund manager interviews and write succinct rating notes and research reports.
To play a lead role in formulating and justifying our opinions on investment strategies to both internal and external stakeholders.
Strengthen perceptions of our research capabilities in Japan through contributions to the international thought leadership program and production of local research content.
Contribute to the elevation of our research profile through active engagements with the external market (wealth managers, media, regulators, and clients) in areas including (but not limited to) industry trends and development, policy and other investment issues relevant to Japanese investors.
Support ongoing client deliverables of our investment advisory offerings in Japan, including reports and analytics as part of standard client deliverables.
Handle ad-hoc client enquiries and undertake administrative and/or analytical work as required.

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in finance or business-related discipline; Chartered Financial Analyst designation and/or MBA is desirable.
At least 5-7 years of investment-related experience, working in a manager research and/or portfolio management role. Understanding of Japan-based investment managers would be viewed favourably.
A keen knowledge of financial markets that has been developed both personally and professionally;
Strong written and verbal English and Japanese communication skills, with a demonstrable track record in writing succinct analysis.
Strong quantitative skills with good grasp of statistics. Experience with Python, SQL, R, or other programming language would be viewed favourably.
Ability to demonstrate initiative, work independently and prioritise effectively to meet deadlines.
Aptitude to build effective relationships with key stakeholders and a demonstrable ability to influence internal stakeholders to build consensus amid competing priorities.
Skilled with PC and mainstream software packages. Experience with our Direct is an advantage.