Eden Scott is delighted to be working with a highly respected institutional investor to recruit a CFA-qualified Senior Investment Analyst based in Edinburgh. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and purpose-driven investment team supporting a range of investment portfolios.
Responsibilities
- Conduct in-depth research on existing and potential investments, including analysis at both asset and macro strategy level.
- Perform detailed due diligence, developing a clear understanding of the drivers of future returns, including Responsible Investment considerations.
- Produce robust investment analysis and make clear, actionable recommendations to Portfolio Managers and Investment Groups.
- Collaborate with internal teams (accounting, operations) and external providers to ensure accuracy and integrity of investment data.
- Work closely with legal, risk, and compliance teams to ensure investments are implemented in line with relevant regulatory frameworks and internal guidelines, including responsible investment policies, stewardship, and voting activities.
- Prepare and deliver verbal and written reports to senior stakeholders, including investment forums and partner organisations.
- Provide ongoing support to the investment, operations, accounting teams, and clients.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as an Investment Analyst or in a closely related role.
- CFA Charter holder (essential).
- Experience within real assets is desirable.
- Strong analytical capability with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
- Strong academic track record; degree-level qualification preferred.
- Ability to pass basic vetting checks.
- This role will not provide Sponsorship.
- Only fully CFA-qualified candidates should apply.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work with a well-regarded institutional investor.
- Exposure to a diverse, multi-asset portfolio.
- Collaborative culture with strong emphasis on Responsible Investment principles.
- Edinburgh-based role offering excellent work-life balance.
