Investment Research Programme 2025

targetjobs Hired; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Investment Research Analyst to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in research-based analysis of investment opportunities, supporting clients in achieving their financial objectives. You'll benefit from structured learning, mentorship, and the chance to pursue professional qualifications like the IMC and CFA Level 1. As you rotate through various investment teams, you'll develop your skills and contribute to generating positive returns for diverse clients. If you're a curious, independent thinker with a passion for finance, this permanent position could be your next step toward a rewarding career.

Qualifications

• Strong research and analytical skills are essential for this role.
• A passion for continual learning and independent thinking is required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze investment opportunities to help clients achieve financial goals.
• Travel within the UK or internationally to engage with experts and attend conferences.

Skills

Research Skills

Analytical Thinking

Curiosity

Independent Thinking

Self-Starter

Resilience

Education

Bachelor's Degree (minimum 2:1 or 2:2)

Postgraduate Qualification

Tools

IMC (Investment Management Certificate)

CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) Level 1

Job description

The role as an Investment Research Analyst will primarily be research-based, analysing company investment opportunities to help clients achieve their desired financial objectives. Working alongside people who have generated world-class investment returns, you’ll have support through structured learning, professional qualifications, and dedicated mentors. As your skills develop, our client will encourage you to pursue your ideas and creative thinking. They want you to question what’s in front of you and develop an independent viewpoint.

The programme

During the programme, you’ll rotate through year-long placements in autonomous investment teams. Each team has its own distinct approach and investment philosophy, but all have the same purpose – to drive positive returns for their clients. Whether those are councils, pension funds or governments, they're dedicated to helping them meet their income and savings goals.

From the moment you join the firm, the Investment Research programme offers a distinct career path and a permanent, long-term role. The training will equip you with the tools, techniques, and mental models you will then use to identify company investment opportunities for our clients. Alongside your training, you will be fully supported by dedicated investment mentors and buddies.

Your role often involves travelling within the UK or internationally to visit companies, speak to global experts or attend conferences. You’ll also receive full financial support and training to help you work towards professional qualifications, in particular the IMC (Investment Management Certificate) and the CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) Level 1.

Key Qualities

1. Curiosity: Learning and development never stop, so you should have interests in a wide variety of subjects with a passion for continual learning.
2. Independent thinker: Can you apply your imagination? Does research come naturally to you, and can you generate original ideas from your analysis?
3. Self-Starter: Are you keen to contribute from the start and drive your own development?
4. Resilient: Successful investment can involve years of uncertainty, so you need to display fortitude during challenging times and be committed to growing and learning.
5. Minimum Qualifications: Minimum of a 2:1 or 2:2 and above if you hold a postgraduate qualification.

To apply, please complete our online application form and upload your CV.

Closing Date: 11 November 2024