Analyst, Senior, Investments Research

Standard Bank Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading African financial services group in Johannesburg seeks an experienced investment analyst to join its team. The candidate will identify and monitor stocks, formulate sector strategies, and contribute to high-quality research. A graduate degree in finance or a related field and at least 5 years of analytical experience are required. The role demands strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant analytical experience at a respected financial institution.
• Investment, financial services, or consulting industry experience preferred.
• Sector specialist decision-making track record.

Responsibilities

• Identify, analyse and monitor stocks as part of the investment team.
• Make informed recommendations as part of the house view of their sector.
• Deliver high-quality research output demonstrating thorough sector understanding.

Skills

Problem solving

Self-motivated

Confident

Good verbal communication

Analytical

Team player

Education

Graduate degree in investment management, accounting, commerce, or numerical subjects

CFA certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bloomberg/FundSet experience

Financial modelling expertise

Job description

Company Description

Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

Job Description

To identify, analyse and monitor stocks as part of the investment team.To formulate the house view of their sector responsibility by making informed recommendations.Express well-articulated views that help shape decision-making by the equity construction committee.High quality of research output that demonstrates thorough understanding of their sector responsibility as well as the stocks under coverage.Contribute to rigorous investment debate and fully understand and deliver investment outcomes in line with the investment philosophy.

Qualifications

Type of Qualification:

Graduate degree in investment management, accounting, commerce, numerical subjects e.g. mathematics, science, analytics.Certification -CFA preferred

Experience Required

Min of 5 years of relevant analytical experience obtained at a respected financial institution. Some investment, financial services or consulting industry experience preferable.Sector specialist decision-making track record.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Problem solving.
• Self-motivated.
• Confident.
• Curious and passionate.
• Ability to deal with pressure.
• Ability to handle conflict appropriately.
• Resiliency.
• Strong listening skills.
• Good verbal communication
• Results-orientated.
• Attention to detail.
• Written skills.
• Analytical.
• Diplomatic.
• Good numerical ability.
• Team player
  
  

Technical Competencies:

• Computer literacy e.g. Microsoft Office.
• Investment analytical skills.
• Bloomberg / FactSet experience beneficial
• Financial modelling expertise