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Apply locations Central Singapore, Singapore time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R91527

Wellington Management offers comprehensive investment management capabilities that span nearly all segments of the global capital markets. Our investment solutions, tailored to the unique return and risk objectives of institutional clients in more than 60 countries, draw on a robust body of proprietary research and a collaborative culture that encourages independent thought and healthy debate. As a private partnership, we believe our ownership structure fosters a long-term view that aligns our perspectives with those of our clients.

We are seeking to recruit a Global industry Analyst (GIA) to join our Industrials team within the Investment Research Group, based in either Singapore or Hong Kong. The GIA will most likely be responsible for researching companies related to Batteries, Building Materials and Heavy Machinery in the APAC and India region(s), aiming to generate differentiated insights by asking innovative questions, anticipating trends, and identifying risks and potential disruptions in these rapidly evolving industries. The ideal candidate should be able to communicate and implement ideas with a highly analytical and detailed approach. They will work closely with an experienced APAC & Japan Industrials GIA in Hong Kong, as well as with regional Portfolio Managers, and other GIAs globally. At Wellington, we view research as a core engine of the investment process, and consider this a career position that can be both highly challenging and rewarding, contributing to the firm's ability to generate alpha for our clients.

Responsibilities for this position will include the following:

• Perform continuous due diligence and stay abreast on relevant companies within a range of Industrials sub-sectors in APAC and India;

• Create and maintain detailed financial models to aid in analyzing existing and prospective investments;

• Attend company meetings, and industry conferences specific to areas of coverage;

• Complete complex analytical projects under tight time constraints;

• Maintain the integrity of industry and comparative valuation models;

• Contribute to written research and investment discussions in various internal forums;

• Make investment recommendations to global investment teams;

• Work to identify emerging research trends' and novel and investable developments.

We are seeking a self-motivated, diligent team player with a passion for the Industrials sector, and for investing in APAC markets. This role is ideal for someone with strong analytical skills, excellent financial modeling abilities, and a desire to apply their expertise to support Wellington’s Global Industry Research Team. The successful candidate will thrive in a highly collaborative investment environment, and will build strong, trusting relationships with colleagues across global teams. Effective communication skills (both verbal and written), and the ability to contribute to an open investment dialogue are essential. A growth mindset, characterized by flexibility and a willingness to continue learning, evolving, and growing as a Global Industry Analyst, is crucial. The GIA will bring a global perspective and a creative approach to analyzing investment opportunities in the region.

The ideal candidate is likely to possess the following qualifications:

• An undergraduate degree with a strong academic record;

• CFA (or progress towards completion) preferred;

• 10+ years of relevant financial research experience, ideally including Buy side experience. Experience of covering one or more of the Batteries, Building Materials or Heavy Machinery sectors is highly preferable;

• Strong financial modeling skills;

• Sound judgment, strong work ethic and the highest personal and professional integrity;

• Disciplined, with a strong bottom-up fundamental approach to research;

• Self-awareness and resilience to be comfortable when wrong;

• Ability to build relationships and collaborate with experienced, cross-functional investment teams;

• Ability to work independently where needed, and to make decisions in the face of uncertainty;

• Ability to organize, manage, and prioritize time well;

• Strong attention to detail;

• Strong communication skills, and a desire and appetite for continuous learning;

• Fluency in English required. Fluency in Mandarin would be advantageous.

Please note that we are only able to respond to successful applicants.

Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? That’s ok. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply and welcome a chance to review your background. We are dedicated to building and maintaining a diversified workforce and considering a broad array of candidates with a variety of skill, workplace experiences, and backgrounds.

As an equal opportunity employer, Wellington Management ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to r ace, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, creed, national origin, age, ancestry, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you are a candidate with a disability, or are assisting a candidate with a disability, and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please email us at GMWTalentOperations@wellington.com .

We believe that in person interactions inspire and energize our community and are essential to our culture. In support of this commitment, our employees work from our offices 4 days a week with flexibility to work remotely 1 day a week. We believe that this approach ultimately supports our mission to deliver investment excellence to our clients and their beneficiaries over the long term.

Tracing our history to 1928, Wellington Management is one of the world’s largest independent investment management firms. We serve as a trusted adviser to clients in over 60 countries, visit our website to see our assets under management. Our innovative investment solutions are built on the strength of proprietary, independent research and span nearly all segments of the global capital markets, including equity, fixed income, multi-asset, and alternative strategies. As a private partnership whose sole business is investment management, our long-term views and interests are aligned with those of our clients. We are committed to attracting a talented and diverse workforce, and to fostering an open, collaborative culture of inclusivity because we believe multiple perspectives lead to more informed investment and business decisions. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome people with diverse life experiences, fresh ideas, and specialized subject-matter expertise. We believe that in person interactions inspire and energize our community and are essential to our culture. In support of this commitment, our employees work from our offices 4 days a week with flexibility to work remotely 1 day a week. We believe that this approach ultimately supports our mission to deliver investment excellence to our clients and their beneficiaries over the long term.