India Equity Hedge Fund Analyst (Long/Short)

OPTIMAS CAPITAL MANAGEMENT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

OPTIMAS CAPITAL MANAGEMENT PTE. LTD. in Singapore seeks a seasoned Long/Short Hedge Fund Analyst focused on Indian equity markets. You will source and evaluate opportunities, build investment theses, and support the CIO in strategy execution for a Pan-Asia fund with India at the core.

You will conduct fundamental research across Indian sectors, perform due diligence, and monitor portfolio exposures while ensuring regulatory compliance and disciplined risk management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field.
• Chartered Accountant or CFA holder is preferred.
• 2–3 years of experience in equity research, portfolio management, or hedge fund investing with exposure to Indian markets.
• Strong understanding of Indian macroeconomic trends and listed equities.
• Experience with market neutral or absolute return strategies is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fundamental research and analysis on Indian equities across sectors.
• Perform due diligence including management meetings, consultant interviews, and events in India.
• Develop investment theses and prepare detailed reports for the CIO; assist in trades and position sizing.
• Construct and monitor portfolio exposures in the India book and track performance.
• Identify and manage risks to preserve capital and minimize drawdowns.
• Ensure full compliance with Indian regulatory frameworks and internal guidelines.

Skills

Indian Equities Research

Long/Short Strategy

Due Diligence & Valuation

Portfolio Construction

Risk Management

Regulatory knowledge (India)

Communication & Presentation Skills

Performance Attribution

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field

CA or CFA holder preferred

Job description

OPTIMAS CAPITAL MANAGEMENT PTE. LTD. in Singapore seeks a seasoned Long/Short Hedge Fund Analyst focused on Indian equity markets. You will source and evaluate opportunities, build investment theses, and support the CIO in strategy execution for a Pan-Asia fund with India at the core.

You will conduct fundamental research across Indian sectors, perform due diligence, and monitor portfolio exposures while ensuring regulatory compliance and disciplined risk management.