UK Equity Analyst

Please note this position is based in London and this will be the contractual location of the successful candidate; other locations cannot be considered. This role presents an exceptional opportunity for individuals with substantial experience in asset management, particularly those with a proven track record of delivering insightful research and investment ideas that yield superior risk‑adjusted returns. We are looking for a candidate who can join at some point in April.

A bit about the job: In this role you will conduct in‑depth research and analysis on publicly listed UK small and mid‑cap companies to support informed investment decisions. You will build financial models, perform valuations and deliver high‑quality investment recommendations for portfolio managers across both equity and sustainable mandates. Working collaboratively with portfolio managers and wider research and strategy teams you will help shape and justify security‑selection decisions, monitor the performance of research recommendations to ensure alignment with the broader strategic approach, and carry out research within an established investment framework. Drawing on robust qualitative and quantitative evidence you will provide clear overweight, equal‑weight and under‑weight recommendations while contributing to improvements in research processes and analytical methodologies. The role also involves developing and maintaining relevant credit‑risk assessments, integrating research to build models that support idea generation and knowledge sharing, and forming well‑reasoned views on economic trends and the market cycle. You will work with colleagues to develop innovative risk‑management and performance‑enhancing strategies and, where appropriate, support the development of junior team members through mentoring and technical guidance.

Skills and experience we were looking for:

• Either a relevant degree (economics, finance, accounting or related discipline) or demonstrable intellectual rigour and maturity.
• IMC or equivalent; or recognised historical knowledge, experience and/or qualification.
• CFA or CPA or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in applying techniques learned in a financial‑market environment.
• Expanded knowledge of financial statement analysis and accounting expertise (including financial modelling, balance‑sheet analysis, distressed asset valuation, etc.).

What you’ll get for this role:

• Generous pension scheme – Aviva will contribute up to 14% depending on your contribution.
• Eligibility for an annual performance bonus.
• Family‑friendly parental and carers leave.
• Generous holiday entitlement plus bank holidays, with an option to buy/sell up to five additional days.
• Up to 40% discount on Aviva products.
• Aviva‑funded Private Medical Benefit to help you get expert support when you need it.
• Brilliant flexible benefits, including electric cars.
• Aviva Matching Share Plan and Save As You Earn scheme.
• 21 volunteering hours per year.

Certification and Compliance: In this role you’ll be certified under the Financial Conduct Authority / Prudential Regulation Authority’s Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR). This means we will complete regulatory background checks before you take up your role and ask you annual questions to ensure you remain fit, proper and competent. We will provide training on the SMCR role upon joining and annually thereafter.

Aviva is for everyone: We are inclusive and welcome everyone; we want applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Even if you don’t tick every box, we encourage you to apply. We also consider all forms of flexible working, including part‑time and job shares. We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers’ business and you. Most of our people are smart‑working, spending around 50% of their time in our offices each week – combining the benefits of flexibility with time together with colleagues.