Associate | Investment Strategy Development

EPF Malaysia; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

EPF Malaysia is seeking a strategic investment analyst to assist in evaluating investment trends and developing strategies for asset allocation. The ideal candidate should possess at least five years of relevant experience and hold a bachelor's degree in a related field. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for effective collaboration with internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience in Management Consulting, Corporate Finance, Strategic Investments.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Citizen of Malaysia with proficiency in Malay.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and evaluating investment trends.
• Develop and communicate investment strategies.
• Prepare financial models and reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Results-oriented

Meticulousness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Mathematics

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Assist in designing thematic strategy and evaluating investment trends to identify opportunities.
• Identify, research, and analyze themes that would have positive impact to EPF.
• Assist in developing investment strategies based on trends and analysis for Strategic Asset Allocation and risk/return analysis.
• Communicate trends and developments in strategic themes to internal stakeholders and demonstrate a deep understanding.
• Collaborate across and with other departments for presentations/events related to strategic themes.
• Assist in developing and implementing a strategy framework to identify and assess impact across all asset classes.
• Assist in continuous evaluation of strategic themes to ensure continued relevance and sufficient opportunities.
• Provide support in development and execution of departmental strategy work.
• Collaborate with other asset classes to develop and communicate investment strategy.
• Prepare financial models, reports, and presentation decks for potential investment strategies.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Preferably at least five (5) years of relevant experience in Management Consulting, Corporate Finance, Strategic Investments or other equivalent functions in the financial industry would be an advantage
• Possess a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Mathematics or any other major from local or overseas universities recognised by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA)
• Good analytical skills, meticulousness, and ability to work independently.
• Great communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to collaborate with associated stakeholders.
• Results-oriented, fast-paced, resourceful, proactive, resilient and able to deliver under pressure.
• Malaysian citizen
• Pass Malay Language including oral test at Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) level or equivalent as recognized by the Malaysia Government

JOB STATUS

Permanent

All applications are strictly CONFIDENTIAL, and only shortlisted candidates will be called in for interview. Applications are deemed UNSUCCESSFUL if there is no feedback from the EPF 2 MONTHS after the closing date of advertisement.