Description:
As a Long/Short Equities Financials Portfolio Manager, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of long and short positions within the financials sector. Your primary objective will be to identify investment opportunities, construct portfolios, and generate superior risk-adjusted returns.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough fundamental analysis of financials companies, including banks, insurance firms, asset management companies, and other related entities.
- Identify mispriced securities, undervalued stocks, and potential catalysts that could impact the financials sector.
- Develop and implement long and short investment strategies to capitalize on relative value opportunities and market inefficiencies.
- Construct and manage a diversified portfolio of financials equities, taking both long and short positions based on your analysis.
- Monitor portfolio performance, assess risk exposures, and make informed investment decisions to optimize returns.
- Stay updated on market trends, regulatory changes, and macroeconomic factors that could impact the financials sector.
- Collaborate closely with research analysts, traders, and risk managers to execute investment strategies effectively.
- Build and maintain relationships with key industry contacts, including management teams, sell-side analysts, and other market participants.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in finance, economics, or a related field.
- Proven track record as a Portfolio Manager or Senior Research Analyst focused on long/short equities within the financials sector.
- Strong understanding of financial analysis, valuation techniques, and industry dynamics specific to the financials sector.
- Extensive experience in fundamental equity research, including financial statement analysis, modeling, and forecasting.
- Demonstrated ability to generate alpha and deliver consistent, risk-adjusted returns in the financials sector.
- Solid knowledge of risk management principles and strategies to control portfolio exposures effectively.
- Excellent analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis tools.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex ideas in a clear and concise manner.