Senior Research Analyst

Role Purpose

Responsible for the development and research of indexes and index related materials.

Role Responsibilities

• Construction and calculation of investment metrics related to indexes.
• Provision of an index strategy simulation service.
• Respond to internal research enquiries related to index construction and development.
• Assume responsibility for index rebalance mechanisms.
• Create regular research reports highlighting the application of research tools and the characteristics of specific indexes.
• Conduct detailed, comprehensive search and build in-depth analysis on assigned research projects.
• Maintain strong relationships with the Development and wider Research function ensuring effective communication.

Minimum Requirements

• Good knowledge of quantitative investment analytics; including portfolio simulation and construction techniques and risk and performance attribution.
• Previous industry and/or quantitative work experience related to industry specific research.
• 5-10+ years of investment analysis experience on either the buy-side or sell-side is preferred
• Experience in the use of SQL, Matlab or Python in an analytical environment and a desire to acquire such knowledge where it is lacking.
• Bachelor’s degree or above in a quantitative discipline.
• Good knowledge and understanding of global financial markets and products.
• Fluent English and Mandarin speaking and written ability (business proficiency).
• Ability to work in a team to strict deadlines, manage workloads and competing priorities effectively and readily assume additional responsibilities.

Other:

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