Investment Associate

MANULIFE INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global investment management firm in Singapore is seeking a driven Investment Associate for its Indian Equities team. This role involves conducting financial analysis, maintaining research documentation, and preparing insights for portfolio managers. The ideal candidate should possess a degree in Business or Finance, have strong analytical and financial modeling skills, and be proficient in tools like Excel and Bloomberg. Join to contribute to impactful investment strategies in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Opportunities for career growth

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Experience in equity research required.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling and analysis necessary.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial and business analysis of Indian companies.
• Build and maintain financial models and valuations.
• Prepare presentations for internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Numerical aptitude

Communication skills in English

Education

University degree in Business, Finance, or related field

Tools

Excel

Bloomberg

Aladdin

Job description

We are looking to expand our Indian Equities team at Manulife Investment Management with the addition of an Investment Associate based in Singapore

We are looking to add a capable and driven Investment Analyst to our Indian Equities team at Manulife. This is a highly involved role suited for someone who wants to work closely with the Portfolio Managers and actively contribute to both investment analysis and product-related initiatives.

Position Responsibilities:

• Company Analysis & Research:
• Conduct deep financial and business analysis of listed Indian companies across sectors.
• Build, update, and maintain detailed financial models and valuations. Support sectoral and thematic research initiatives.
• Maintaining research documentation and building research repository.
• Meetings & Insights: Attend management, analyst, and expert meetings.
• Prepare clear and insightful meeting notes.
• Present findings and investment theses to the portfolio manager and regional teams.

Product & Client Engagement:

• Contribute to product strategy discussions and positioning.
• Prepare presentations and materials for internal stakeholders and external clients.
• Collaborate with regional investment, product, and distribution teams.

Research Documentation & AI Tools:

• Contribute actively to building and maintaining a structured research repository.
• Leverage in-house AI tools and data platforms to enhance research efficiency, documentation, and knowledge sharing.
• Adopt a forward-looking approach to integrating technology into the research process.

Required Qualifications:

• University degree in Business, Finance, or a related field (preferred)
• Experienced in equity research
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills
• Strong numerical aptitude and technical proficiency in Excel
• Working knowledge of Bloomberg preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Willingness to take ownership in a lean, entrepreneurial environment
• Enterprising, self-driven, proactive — someone who doesn’t need constant guidance, can take initiative, and finds solutions independently
• Proficiency in Aladdin (optional)

When you join our team:

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.