We currently have a unique opportunity for an Equity Manager Researcher within our Manager Research team. The role will be based in Hong Kong. The main focus is on researching long-only equity investment strategies (Asia, China and Emerging Market equities). This will involve originating investment ideas, conducting desk based research, interviewing investment teams from around the world, and documenting/communicating views both formally and informally. As an important member of our research team, you will have the opportunity to develop and work in close collaboration with your colleagues globally, contribute to our intellectual capital, grow into a subject-matter expert, and remain engaged in financial market developments.

Role Objectives

• Source and analyze investment ideas

• Critically evaluate fund managers’ sustainable competitive advantages. Assess their team behavioral traits and form judgement on investment skill by analyzing the investment philosophy and process. Document findings

• Create and interpret quantitative and qualitative content to help support team decision making

• Monitor existing investment strategies used by our clients

• Undergraduate degree required; related experience (no more than three years) in the investment industry i.e. equity research, investment research, manager research, consulting, investment marketing helpful

• Curious and enthusiastic self-starter who is able to balance independent work with team collaboration

• Analytical mind-set with an openness to other opinions and fact-oriented disposition

• Original and creative thinker with a willingness to provide fresh perspectives and an ability to incorporate a big picture view

• Reasonable understanding of the financial markets, intellectual inquisitiveness and professional demeanor

• CFA qualified or progression towards the qualification desirable but not essential