Frontier Markets Strategist / Economist

Brevan Howard; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global hedge fund is seeking a Frontier Markets Strategist/Economist to join their Emerging Markets team. The role requires in-depth macroeconomic analysis and the generation of actionable investment ideas across FX, rates, and credit markets in frontier economies. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in macro research and a strong academic background in Economics or Finance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in frontier/emerging markets macro research or strategy.
• Deep knowledge of FX markets, rates curves, and sovereign credit dynamics.
• Ability to produce concise and relevant research under time pressure.

Responsibilities

• Conduct macro research and market strategies on frontier economies.
• Assess fiscal and monetary dynamics to identify risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate with EM research and portfolio managers to translate macro views.

Skills

Macroeconomic analysis

Investment strategy formulation

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Advanced degree in Economics or Finance

Job description

We are looking for a Frontier Markets Strategist / Economist to join our Emerging Markets team. This role will be central to developing and communicating macro views and trade strategies across FX, rates, and credit markets in frontier economies within MENA, Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), and the CIS.

The strategist will provide in-depth macroeconomic analysis, generate actionable investment ideas, and work closely with the Head of EM Research.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct macro research and market strategy on frontier economies with a focus on FX, rates, and sovereign credit.
• Assess fiscal, monetary, and external sector dynamics to identify key risks and opportunities.
• Monitor policy shifts, IMF programs, and debt restructuring processes across covered markets.
• Build and maintain models for FX valuation, debt sustainability, and rates/credit spreads.
• Collaborate with EM research and portfolio managers to translate macro views into trade ideas.
• Contribute to internal strategy discussions, portfolio reviews, and risk management processes.
• Represent the firm in research output, client conversations, and market commentary.

This is an exciting opportunity to be a key thought leader on frontier markets within a top hedge fund. You will work directly with the Head of EM Research, gaining unparalleled exposure to high-conviction, high-impact investment processes. The role offers the chance to directly influence investment strategy across macro, FX, rates, and credit, while developing your career within a top-tier global platform.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in frontier/emerging markets macro research or strategy (buy-side or sell-side)
• Advanced degree in Economics, Finance, or related field.
• Deep knowledge of FX markets, rates curves, sovereign credit dynamics, and macro fundamentals in frontier economies.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills; comfort working with balance of payments, fiscal accounts, and debt sustainability models.
• Ability to produce clear, concise, and investment-relevant research under time pressure.
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills.