Equity Research Analyst, China

Mason Blake; Slough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mason Blake seeks an Equity Research Analyst in London to cover the Chinese equity market. You will join a Global Emerging Markets team, performing in-depth research and building financial models to support investment ideas.

The role requires buy-side experience with Chinese markets, fluent Mandarin, and strong academic credentials. You will engage with management, participate in conferences, and contribute to portfolio discussions through clear, rigorous analysis.

Qualifications

• Relevant buy-side equity research experience, ideally with experience covering Chinese markets.
• Fluent Mandarin speaker.
• Deep knowledge and understanding of Chinese equity markets.
• Strong academic background.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbally).
• Collaborative team player.
• Intellectually curious and a self-starter.
• High levels of integrity, judgement and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth fundamental research on Chinese companies to identify high conviction investment ideas
• Conduct analysis of company reports and build detailed financial models to support investment recommendations
• Evaluate company business models and economic conditions that impact companies and industries
• Conduct regular meetings with company management, as well as participate in conferences and company visits
• Work closely with Portfolio Managers and other members of the GEM team providing meaningful input into portfolio discussions
• Present investment recommendations and research findings to team and contribute to a collaborative investment debate

Skills

Mandarin language

Equity research

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Education

Strong academic background

Job description

Our client, a leading global asset management firm is looking to hire an Equity Research Analyst based in London to cover the Chinese equity market.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing, well-established Global Emerging Markets investment team with a strong track record of fundamental, long-term investing. The successful candidate will take primary responsibility for researching and analysing Chinese companies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-depth fundamental research on Chinese companies to identify high conviction investment ideas
• Conduct analysis of company reports and build detailed financial models to support investment recommendations
• Evaluate company business models and economic conditions that impact companies and industries
• Conduct regular meetings with company management, as well as participate in conferences and company visits
• Work closely with Portfolio Managers and other members of the GEM team providing meaningful input into portfolio discussions
• Present investment recommendations and research findings to team and contribute to a collaborative investment debate

Candidate requirements:

• Relevant buy-side equity research experience, ideally with experience covering Chinese markets
• Fluent Mandarin speaker
• Deep knowledge and understanding of Chinese equity markets
• Strong academic background
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbally)
• Collaborative team player
• Intellectually curious and a self-starter
• High levels of integrity, judgement and professionalism

Mason Blake is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, marital status, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religious belief or age.