Investec is a distinctive Specialist Bank serving clients principally in the UK and South Africa. Our culture gives us our edge: we work hard to find colleagues who'll think out of the ordinary and we put them in environments where they'll flourish. We combine a flat structure with a focus on internal mobility. If you can bring an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to learn and collaborate to your work, this could be the boost your career deserves.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Equity Research Analyst to join our team. You will have experience in equity research, financial analysis, or a related field. This role involves conducting in-depth research on companies, sectors, and markets to support investment decisions and provide actionable insights.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Research & Analysis:

• Conduct in-depth analysis of financial statements, market data, and industry trends to identify investment opportunities.
• Evaluate companies' financial health, business models, and competitive positioning.

Modelling & Valuation:

• Develop and maintain financial models to project future earnings, cash flows, and valuations.
• Use valuation methodologies such as DCF, SOTP, relative valuation, and other financial metrics.

Report Writing:

• Prepare detailed research reports, investment theses, and sector updates.
• Draft summaries and recommendations for stakeholders and clients.

Monitoring:

• Track developments in assigned sectors, including earnings releases, regulatory updates, and macroeconomic indicators.
• Provide timely updates and revisions to existing research.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with lead analysts to align research findings with investment strategies.
• Participate in team discussions and contribute to brainstorming sessions.

Core Skills and Knowledge:

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Proficiency in financial modelling and valuation techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and financial data platforms (e.g., Visible Alpha, FactSet).
• Understanding of global markets and key economic indicators.

As part of our collaborative & agile culture, our working week is 4 days in the office and one day remote.

Investec offers a range of wellbeing benefits to make our people feel healthier, balanced and more fulfilled in their lives inside and outside of work.

Embedded in our culture is a sense of belonging and inclusion. This creates an environment in which everyone is free to be themselves which helps to drive innovation, creativity and ultimately business performance. At Investec we want everyone to find it easy to be themselves, and to feel they belong. It's a responsibility we all share and is integral to our purpose and values as an organisation.

Research shows that some candidates can be reluctant to apply to a role unless they meet all the criteria. We pride ourselves on our entrepreneurial spirit here and welcome you to do the same – if the role excites you, please don't let our person specification hold you back. Get in touch!

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