Research Analyst

Marlin Selection Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment firm is looking for a Research Analyst to join their team in the UK. This mid-senior level role requires a Master's degree in a quantitative field and 5 years of relevant experience. Successful candidates will identify investment opportunities, conduct financial modeling, and provide actionable insights to Portfolio Managers. This full-time position emphasizes strong communication skills and a proactive approach to research analysis.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in research or analytical roles within financial markets.
• Strong financial modeling and valuation skills.
• Excellent communication skills with a proactive approach.
• Ability to synthesize macroeconomic and market data into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to idea generation.

Responsibilities

• Identify investment opportunities for the fund.
• Monitor and analyze events impacting stock valuations.
• Recommend buy and sell‑side trades to Portfolio Managers.
• Conduct financial modeling and valuation analysis.
• Research across multiple asset classes—equities, fixed income, currencies, and commodities—integrating macroeconomic and market-based factors.
• Enhance analytical frameworks for tactical and strategic asset allocation.
• Interpret market and economic data to identify trends and generate actionable insights.
• Deliver high-quality fundamental research and stock recommendations to Portfolio Managers.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation analysis

Communication

Data synthesis

Proactive idea generation

Investment research

Analytical thinking

Education

Master’s degree in Economics, Mathematics, or related discipline

Job description

Our client, an investment firm, is seeking an exceptional Research Analyst to join their dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned professional to play a key role in driving investment decisions and delivering alpha‑generating insights across global markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify investment opportunities for the fund.
• Monitor and analyze events that could impact stock valuations.
• Recommend buy and sell‑side trades to Portfolio Managers.
• Conduct detailed financial modeling and valuation analysis.
• Research across multiple asset classes—equities, fixed income, currencies, and commodities—integrating macroeconomic and market‑based factors.
• Enhance analytical frameworks for tactical and strategic asset allocation.
• Interpret market and economic data to identify trends and generate actionable insights.
• Deliver high‑quality fundamental research and stock recommendations to Portfolio Managers.

Candidate Profile

• Master’s degree in Economics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative discipline (preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in research or analytical roles within financial markets.
• Strong financial modeling and valuation skills.
• Ability to synthesize macroeconomic and market data into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to idea generation.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Finance