Equity Research Analyst Job Title: Research Analyst, QEP Investment TeamLocation: LondonReporting to: Co-Head of Research, QEPOverview of the roleThis role has the following principal responsibilities: Contribute to the ongoing development and progress of QEP investment process Support the team on investment data, including research and interpretation to recommend investable insights.Collaborate within the team and Schroders investment teams on value-add projects About SchrodersWe're a global investment manager. We help institutions, intermediaries and individuals around the world invest money to meet their goals, fulfil their ambitions, and prepare for the future.What doesn't change is our commitment to helping our clients, and society, prosper.We're close to our clients, in the heart of the UK's financial centre and we have everything we need to work flexibly.What you'll doContributing to the enhancement of investment processLead research projects under the guidance of senior members of the team to better reflect risks and opportunities in our investment processAnalyse a broad range of data, including structured and unstructured data, and translate it into investment insights by improving our assessment of valuation, business quality or sentiment for our investment universeSupporting the team on investment researchWork closely with researchers and portfolio managers to refine our existing investment and research processes in response to business and client needsManage and monitor investment data and its impact to our holdings, providing support to the rest of investment team including portfolio managersCollaboration Produce and present well considered research findings and proposals throughout a project and incorporate feedback from other team membersBuild relationships and seek collaboration opportunities with other investment, distribution, product, trading and technology teamsThe knowledge, experience and qualifications you needHigher education degree level, preferably in a numeric field Professional experience from equity marketsKnowledge of portfolio management and the asset management industry Knowledge of any programming language is preferredKnowledge of equity factors and modelling techniquesKnowledge of equity markets and fundamental company analysisKnowledge of and ability to work with equity market dataKnowledge of statistical techniques to gain scalable insights from dataWhat you’ll be likeDirect and effective communicator who is diligent, persuasive and credible in dealing with management and colleaguesAbility to work effectively both as part of a team and independentlyAbility to work calmly and effectively in a fast-paced environmentPlanning own workload, typically against a backdrop of changing priorities and or external events.Strong problem solving and analytical skills, anticipating potential issues and identify solutions rather than highlighting problemsSound judgement and decision-making abilitiesStrong attention to detailA curious mid-set, actively seeking opportunities to expand knowledge base Take a pro-active approach to highlighting and resolving process inefficiencies Keen focus on personal development with an openness to feedback Discharge of responsibilitiesThe role holder shall ensure that all their responsibilities are performed to the highest levels of integrity, quality and transparency and in a manner most likely to promote the success of the Schroders Group, taking into account the interests of key stakeholders including clients, employees, regulators, suppliers and society as a whole. Reporting ObligationsIn discharging their responsibilities, the role holder shall Ensure that their manager is made aware of any issues which the post holder deems materialWhere applicable, the role holder must fulfil his/her responsibilities for their Committee MembershipsProvide to their manager, an annual assessment of their own performance against objectives agreed with themCommittee Membership.The portfolio management & research team is principally located in London with additional team members based in Sydney and Hong Kong. Its members are responsible for researching new ideas, enhancing existing models and making investment decisions.The portfolio implementation team is based in London and is responsible for day-to-day monitoring of client portfolios, implementing portfolio managers' investment decisions and managing cashflows.Our dedicated product management team is located in London, Sydney and New York and are specialists in all aspects of our investment process enabling the investment team to focus on research and the management of our client’s assets.We recognise potential, whoever you areOur 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 characteristics. We help institutions, intermediaries and individuals around the world invest money to meet their goals, fulfil their ambitions, and prepare for the future. And we've been around for over 200 years, but keep adapting as society and technology changes. What doesn't change is our commitment to helping our clients, and society, prosper.
Research Services Analyst in London employer: Schroders
Schroders is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture, where innovation and collaboration are at the forefront of our Asset Management team in London. We offer robust employee growth opportunities, competitive benefits, and a commitment to diversity of thought, ensuring that every voice is heard and valued. Join us to lead transformative architectural initiatives that drive measurable business value in a supportive environment.
