Description:
We are looking for a Research Analyst/Senior Research Analyst to join the Emerging Market Equities team to be based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia or Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This role has the primary responsibility to conduct research and analysis of companies’ business and financial position in the MENA region including cash flow, balance sheet and income statement evaluations. This role will require the incumbent to compile data from multiple sources and develop financial models.
What are the ongoing responsibilities of this position?
- Conduct independent research and fundamental analysis of publicly listed companies in Saudi Arabia across multiple sectors
- Analyze and interpret financial statements and all other pertinent sources of investment information for assigned companies
- Develop detailed financial models, research reports and insights on assigned coverage companies
- Provide written and oral presentations of investment recommendations to the investment team and keeping the team updated on a regular basis of any changes to the recommendations or forecasts
- Analyze and interpret economic developments, macroeconomic trends, and political developments in the assigned coverage
- Maintain a general knowledge of the global investment climate, market conditions and economic environment
What qualifications, skills and experience would help someone to be successful?
- Bachelor’s degree. CFA holder or relevant postgraduate qualification is preferred
- 5 -10 years of solid research/investment experience with deep knowledge of MENA region
- Relevant CMA licenses will be a plus or to be acquired prior to commencement. This is to adhere to mandatory regulatory requirements. (for Saudi Arabia only)
- Strong fundamental research, quantitative, and financial analysis skills including fluency in analyzing financial statements.
- Skilled in building and analyzing financial models
- Developing different valuation models, including DCFs
- Demonstrated analytical skills and problem-solving ability
- Self-starter and ability to work independently
- Meticulous and detail-oriented
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Arabic speaker is preferred
- Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and Bloomberg
- Seniority of the role will depend on candidate’s relevant experience