Analyst - Equity Research

Position: Analyst - Equity Research

The Analyst is expected to work as a member of the equity research team at Akseer Research, covering both local and foreign equities. The candidate will be expected to undertake detailed and focused research on the assigned sectors with the goal of contributing investment ideas and meeting client requirements. The Analyst’s job description would be as follows:

• Develop a thorough understanding of sectors and companies assigned. Conduct detailed research (both primary and secondary) on the assigned sectors and companies and generate investment ideas.

• Prepare detailed financial models, databases and reports on the assigned sectors and companies under coverage Remain abreast of the key developments occurring in the broader market in general and assigned sectors in specific and provide active and timely updates through alerts and briefs. Assist the department in developing, maintaining and updating databases and publish periodical reports.

Requirements:

The analyst should at least have a bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, accounting or related areas from a well reputed institution or be an ACCA. Candidates with a CFA qualification (charter holders or actively pursuing the program) will be preferred. Other requirements are given below:

• Strong analytical and conceptual skills encompassing finance and investment. Thorough understanding of various valuation approaches and methods Excellent communications skills (both written and oral English). Should be confident, hardworking, result oriented and a good team player

Experience Requirement: 1-3 years of experience

Job Location: Shahrah-e-Faisal, Karachi

NOTE: WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (FEMALES ARE HIGHLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY)