Investment Analyst - European Equities

Kite Consulting Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique investment management firm in London is seeking a European Equity Analyst. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in fund management and proven analytical skills. This role offers a dynamic working environment with a hybrid model, allowing for a balance between in-office and remote work. Competitive compensation includes a salary of £80,000 - £100,000 plus bonuses.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in fund management.
• Proven track record in generating successful investment ideas.
• Familiarity with compliance systems and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct rigorous research and financial analysis to identify investment opportunities.
• Maintain regional or sector-specific opinion lists and present stock recommendations.
• Monitor portfolio performance and rebalance as needed to optimise returns.
• Communicate investment rationale to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Support due diligence and reporting requirements for institutional clients.

Skills

Financial analysis

Research skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Economics

Job description

European Equity Analyst – Boutique Investment Management

£80,000 - £100,000 + 20-30% Bonus

Location: London, UK

Department: Investment Management

Reports to: Chief Investment Officer / Managing Partner

Role Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and analytically driven individual to join our boutique investment management firm. This role combines analysis of pan European specified sectors , offering the opportunity to shape investment strategy and contribute to the firm’s performance across developed long-only equity mandates. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of European markets, regulatory frameworks, and a collaborative mindset suited to a boutique environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct rigorous research and financial analysis to identify investment opportunities in specified equity markets.
• Maintain regional or sector-specific opinion lists and present stock recommendations with supporting analysis.
• Participate in the investment process attending meetings throughout the week focused on macro outlook, sector themes, risk and specific stocks.
• Monitor portfolio performance and rebalance as needed to optimise returns and manage risk.
• Communicate investment rationale, performance updates, and strategic outlooks to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Participate in investment policy committees and contribute to team-based decision-making processes.
• Support due diligence and reporting requirements for institutional clients and regulators.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or related field; CFA or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in fund management.
• Proven track record in generating successful investment ideas.
• Familiarity with compliance systems and regulatory frameworks.

Working Environment

• Boutique firm culture with high levels of autonomy and accountability.
• Hybrid working model (3-4 days in office, 1–2 days remote) supporting work-life balance.
• Equity ownership and peer review embedded in the investment process to foster independence and continuous learning.