Investment Analyst

AGGREGATE ASSET MANAGEMENT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in investment management seeks an Investment Analyst to support its team. This role involves portfolio management, client interaction, and research on investment strategies. Fresh graduates with a passion for financial markets and a background in relevant fields are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Opportunity to develop portfolio management skills

Impact on investment performance

Qualifications

• Strong analytical aptitude and a genuine interest in financial markets.
• Candidates with a diploma or degree in relevant disciplines are preferred.
• Proficiency in accounting and programming languages is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support portfolio management through daily monitoring and administration.
• Assist the portfolio manager and communicate with clients effectively.
• Conduct research for new investment strategies and employ quantitative methods.

Skills

Analytical aptitude

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Diploma or degree in Accountancy, Finance, Mathematics, Computer Science

Tools

R

Python

VBA

SQL

Excel

Bloomberg

Capital IQ

Job description

Roles and Responsibilities:

As an Investment Analyst, you will play a crucial role in supporting our investment team. Your key responsibilities will include:

Portfolio Management Support:

• Perform daily monitoring and administration of investment portfolios to ensure alignment with our established investment strategies and processes.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date portfolio data.
• Assist the portfolio manager with portfolio management functions and decision-making.
• Liaise with brokers and custodians to manage trades.
• Provide fund performance updates to all stakeholders.

Client Communication:

• Contribute to the preparation of client newsletters and other investment-related write-ups.
• Provide clear and concise market commentary and performance updates.

Research:

• Engage in research for new investment strategies and applications.
• Employ quantitative methods, including statistical analysis and machine learning techniques.

Requirements

We are looking for candidates who possess strong analytical aptitude and a genuine interest in financial markets. The ideal candidate will have:

Education

• A diploma or degree in Accountancy, Finance, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related discipline.

Attitude & Interpersonal Skills

• A proactive and positive mindset.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Technical Proficiency

• Accounting knowledge.
• Working knowledge of programming languages such as R, Python, VBA, or SQL.
• High proficiency in Excel.

Advantageous Knowledge

• Familiarity with financial data platforms such as Bloomberg and Capital IQ.
• Strong knowledge of IBKR APIs and Python programming.
• Understanding of quantitative investment styles and methodologies.

Personal Attributes

• Meticulous attention to detail.
• A high level of motivation and a demonstrable passion for investment. Be prepared to discuss your personal portfolio or investment ideas.
• A strong willingness to embrace new challenges and the ability to learn quickly.

Experience

• Fresh graduates are welcome and encouraged to apply.

Why Join Us?

• Develop a deep understanding of portfolio management and quantitative investment strategies.
• Opportunity to make a tangible impact on our investment performance and gain experience on fund management in all aspect

If you are a driven individual with a passion for investments and meet the above requirements, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role and your investment interests.