Equity Analyst (Financials)

Job Summary

Responsible for conducting fundamental company research to support our investment process for Asia ex Japan equities; covering financial companies listed in Greater China (Mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan). Part of the research team supporting fund managers based in Hong Kong, London and Singapore.

Key Responsibilities

• Research, understand and identify the key sectoral trends that will influence the equity valuations of the companies within the specified area of coverage.
• Analyze individual companies to understand the present fundamentals and identify the risks and opportunities that will determine the sustainability of the business model in the medium-to-long term.
• Conduct detailed financial modelling to determine a Fair Value estimate for each company and express investment conclusions to fund managers through changes/maintenance of stock Grades.
• Research work includes company visits, optimizing information from brokers/expert networks/independent research providers, ESG analysis and the maintenance of financial models.
• Staying consistent with our investment process and philosophy to communicate investment views to our fund managers via formal research notes, daily/weekly conference calls and ad-hoc contact and emails.
• Proactively manage stock coverage lists by identifying new names of interest and dropping coverage of companies that are no longer investable on fundamental grounds.
• Support our ESG commitments, including proactive engagement with companies where necessary.
• Where appropriate, collaborate and support other analysts and investment teams across Schroders. 

Qualification / Expectations

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related field. CFA designation is highly desirable.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in providing investment recommendations within the financial sector of Greater China as an Equity Analyst.
• Experience in financial modelling, valuation techniques, and investment analysis.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and draw meaningful conclusions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and manage multiple priorities.

We recognise potential, whoever you are

Our purpose is to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. Diversity of thought, facilitated by an inclusive culture, will allow us to make better decisions and better achieve our purpose. This is why inclusion and diversity are a strategic priority for us and why we are an equal opportunities employer. You are welcome here, regardless of your age, disability, gender identity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, or any other protected characteristic.