Senior Analyst, Special Situations — Event-Driven Investing

Aptitude Asia Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Aptitude Asia Limited is seeking a Senior Analyst, Special Situations to join the investment team of a multi-strategy hedge fund in Hong Kong. This role focuses on identifying and capitalizing on opportunities arising from corporate events, distressed situations, and non-traditional scenarios.

You will build financial models, evaluate valuations and catalysts, and present recommendations to the investment committee.

Qualifications

• University graduate in Economics, Finance, Business, or related fields.
• 3+ years of research experience in hedge funds, investment banking, distressed debt, or special situations.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, valuation techniques, and statistical analysis.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, intellectually stimulating environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research on corporate events such as mergers, acquisitions, spin-offs, bankruptcies, and restructurings.
• Evaluate the impact of these events on companies valuations, capital structures, and potential catalysts.
• Identify mispriced securities and arbitrage opportunities resulting from special situations.
• Analyze distressed debt instruments, including bonds, loans, and other credit securities.
• Assess the financial health of distressed companies, their restructuring plans, and recovery prospects.
• Collaborate with legal and financial advisors to navigate complex bankruptcy proceedings.
• Evaluate risk-adjusted returns from pending mergers and acquisitions.
• Build financial models to assess various scenarios underpinning special situations.
• Present investment recommendations to senior management and the investment committee.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation techniques

Statistical analysis

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

University graduate in Economics, Finance, Business, or related fields

Job description

Aptitude Asia Limited is seeking a Senior Analyst, Special Situations to join the investment team of a multi-strategy hedge fund in Hong Kong. This role focuses on identifying and capitalizing on opportunities arising from corporate events, distressed situations, and non-traditional scenarios.

You will build financial models, evaluate valuations and catalysts, and present recommendations to the investment committee.