Remote Investment Analyst

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus

Health and wellness benefits

Fully remote role

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Investment Analyst for a fully remote position to support expanding investment operations. You will conduct market research, build financial models, and develop strategic recommendations for portfolio growth.

Work closely with portfolio managers to identify trends and assess performance. This role suits a quantitative professional seeking impact in investment management while enjoying remote work flexibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, mathematics or related quantitative field.
• Proven experience as an Investment Analyst or similar analytical role.
• Strong financial modeling, valuation and data analysis skills.
• Solid understanding of financial markets and investment instruments.
• Excellent research, written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis of companies, industries, and macroeconomic trends.
• Develop financial models to forecast performance and evaluate investment viability.
• Research and recommend investment strategies and asset allocations to portfolio managers.
• Monitor existing investments and provide performance reports and analysis.
• Stay current with market developments and assess their impact on portfolios.
• Prepare clear investment research reports and presentations.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation

Data analysis

Market research

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Economics/Mathematics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and driven Investment Analyst for a fully remote position, to support their expanding investment operations. This role is crucial for conducting in-depth market research, analyzing investment opportunities, and developing strategic recommendations for portfolio growth. You will work closely with portfolio managers to identify market trends and assess financial performance. This is an ideal opportunity for a quantitative and analytical professional looking to make a significant impact in the investment management field without geographical constraints.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis of companies, industries, and macroeconomic trends.
• Develop financial models to forecast performance and evaluate investment viability.
• Research and recommend investment strategies and asset allocations to portfolio managers.
• Monitor existing investments and provide performance reports and analysis.
• Stay current with market developments and assess their potential impact on portfolios.
• Prepare clear and concise investment research reports and presentations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• Proven experience as an Investment Analyst or in a similar analytical role.
• Strong financial modeling, valuation, and data analysis skills.
• In-depth understanding of financial markets, investment instruments, and economic principles.
• Excellent research, written, and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• The convenience and flexibility of a fully remote role.
• Opportunities for professional development and pursuing relevant certifications (e.g., CFA).
• Work with a dynamic team and contribute to significant investment decisions.