Senior Investment Analyst
CurrentConducting due diligence on companies and industries by researching, reading financial statements and market data; Analyzing financial information relating to specific companies, e.g. company results, profit and loss, balance sheet and cash flow statements to determine how an organisation is positioned to deliver for investors; keeping up to date with market developments, new investment products and all other areas that can affect the markets, e.g. movements in the economies of relevant countries; Considering how the economic implications of factors such as natural disasters, weather, wars, etc. might affect the performance of companies and funds;monitoring the financial news using specialist media sources; Financial modelling and projection;drafting and writing research reports for fund manager or client use; meeting with and providing information to fund managers; this might include, summaries of research, investment ideas, key events from the proceeding day as well as key drivers for the day ahead; making recommendations to fund managers, being able to position ideas and articulate to the fund manager about the risk or payoff for each recommendation; ensuring that all compliance regulations are met. Examine and assess economic and market trends, earnings prospects, financial statements and various other indicators and factors to determine suitable investment strategies. Look back at previous investment decisions and the thought process of making the investment decision. Cooradinate with fund managers and network with industry professionals. Monitor closely financial press and keep a track of market trends, opportunities, risks and new investment products. Compile advisory reports and make informed recommendations on new investment opportunities and funds that could enhance or diversify portfolios. Develop complex financial models and analyse legal documents