A global asset management firm is seeking a Senior Analyst/Junior Portfolio Manager to join its top-performing Global Emerging Market Equity team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a highly collaborative, small team of Portfolio Managers and Analysts. The successful candidate will have generalist sector coverage with a particular focus on Latam and MENA markets.
Key responsibilities:
* Conduct in-depth fundamental analysis on a variety of companies in EM ex Asia to generate investment recommendations
* Take an active role in portfolio management activities including security selection, position sizing, and portfolio construction
* Monitor portfolio holdings, maintain financial models and produce timely updates on company performance and outlook
* Perform macroeconomic analysis to drive portfolio construction and risk management
* Engage actively with portfolio companies on ESG and strategic issues
* Contribute to client engagement activities including portfolio reviews, investment presentations and supporting the growth of the GEM franchise
* Assist in the preparation of marketing materials and monthly investment commentaries
Candidate Requirements:
* 10-15 years of relevant EM equity research experience at a long-only asset manager or hedge fund
* Prior experience covering ex Asia EM regions, notable Latam and MENA as a generalist
* Flexible investment style aligned to a 1-2 year investment horizon
* Strong interpersonal skills
* Confident and effective public speaker who is adept at presenting and interacting with clients
* Strong academic background
* CFA qualification preferable
* Comfortable working in small teams with independent working style
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