Senior Research Analyst - Alternative Investment Fund

Company Profile:

A scheme of Our Client, is a Category III Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) focused on delivering innovative investment solutions to High Net Worth Individuals (HNIs), Ultra High Net Worth Individuals (UHNIs), Family Offices, and Institutional Investors.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and result-oriented Business Development Representative to join our growing team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to build a career in Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs), investor relations, and financial services.

The Role:

The Senior Research Analyst role is integral to the fund's investment process. The successful candidate will operate within a lean, high-caliber team, taking ownership of the entire research lifecycle for prospective and existing investments. This position requires a commitment to analytical rigor, a deep understanding of market dynamics, and the capacity to uncover unique value propositions in under-researched sectors of the market. The role offers a direct pathway to contribute to the fund's performance and strategic direction.

Responsibilities:

- Fundamental Analysis: Conduct in-depth financial and qualitative analysis on a range of companies, with a specialized focus on small-cap and low-coverage firms.

- Thesis Formulation: Formulate robust, data-backed investment theses, identifying key drivers of value and potential risks.

- Valuation & Modeling: Build sophisticated financial models and valuation frameworks to support investment decisions.

- Due Diligence: Lead comprehensive due diligence efforts, including on-site visits and direct engagement with corporate management.

- Portfolio Management Support: Provide ongoing research and analytical support for monitoring portfolio company performance.

Candidate Profile:

- Experience: A minimum of 5-7 years of professional experience as a Research Analyst within a buy-side or top-tier sell-side institution.

- Expertise: Demonstrated proficiency in analyzing smaller, less-followed companies; a proven track record of generating alpha-accretive ideas and contributing to successful investment outcomes; experience in a specialized sector is advantageous.

- Qualifications: MBA or equivalent qualification in finance from a reputed institution. Certifications: CA / CFA / FRM / NISM is preferred.

Working Details:

- Working Days: 5 days working.

- Working Timings: 10-6.