Thematic Research Associate

Deutsche Bank Research is responsible for economic and financial analysis within Deutsche Bank Group, covering asset allocation and all major industry sectors. It analyzes relevant trends in financial markets, the economy, and society, highlighting risks and opportunities, and acts as a consultant for the bank, its clients, and stakeholders. The research team delivers high-quality, independent analysis and promotes public debate on economic, fiscal, labor market, and social policy issues.

The successful candidate will join the Thematic and Corporate Bank Research team, providing insights to asset managers and corporate clients on thematic trends affecting the business world. This involves micro and macro analysis, authoring, and producing written research to promote investment views and marketing those views to internal and external clients.

What we offer

We are committed to creating a healthy, engaged, and well-supported workforce, prioritizing your development and well-being. You can expect:

• Hybrid Working Model enabling remote work part of the time
• Competitive salary and non-contributory pension
• 30 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with options to purchase additional days
• Life Assurance and Private Healthcare for you and your family
• Flexible benefits such as Retail Discounts, Bike4Work scheme, and Gym benefits
• Support for CSR initiatives and 2 days’ volunteering leave annually

Your responsibilities

• Provide clients with insights into financial markets and thematic trends through modeling, reports, and meetings
• Assess the impact of business and financial themes using publicly available information sources, including modeling and report writing
• Research and prepare briefing papers for senior management
• Contribute to cross-asset and cross-topic team publications

Skills and experience required

• Background in corporate, equity, or macro analysis within a corporate environment
• Strong written communication skills; journalism experience is a plus
• Proven track record in producing research or analysis that offers market insights or investment recommendations
• Willingness to research unfamiliar topics
• Ability to generate and develop ideas into commercial research
• Excellent interpersonal skills for marketing ideas to clients and stakeholders

Support provided

• Mentoring from senior investment bankers
• Continuous learning culture for career progression
• Coaching from team experts
• Reasonable adjustments for disabilities, including assistive equipment

About us

Deutsche Bank is a leading German bank with a strong European presence and a global network. We promote a culture of responsibility, commercial thinking, initiative, and collaboration. We value diversity and are an equal opportunities employer, making reasonable accommodations for disabilities.

About the company

The bank operates in 58 countries, with significant presence in Europe, the Americas, and Asia.