Our client, a Global Hedge Fund, is looking to hire an Analyst into one of their Equity L/S Portfolio Management teams. The successful candidate will be looking at a portfolio of Global Consumer stock.
Conduct differentiated, bottom-up fundamental analysis of companies, business models, relevant industry metrics and industries, becoming a go-to expert on a subset of companies
Generate investment ideas based on fundamental research and deep knowledge of sector trends and business models
Work closely with a Portfolio Manager to discuss pitch ideas regularly, and monitor current positions, news-flow, sentiment thoughts, sector observations, macro trends, etc.
Develop and maintain impactful relationships with company management and investor relations teams, as well as buy-side and sell-side peers
Model all positions in a sub-sector portfolio by tracking relative performance, sizing around upcoming events, price target upside/downside, etc.
Build models for new names introduced into core coverage universe
Participate in industry conferences and lead meetings with management teams (includes travel)
Key Skillset Requirements
Prior sell-side experience and Hedge Fund experience is a must.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, preferably in finance, economics, engineering and/or computer science
Prior public equity investing experience with a proven track record and deep expertise in an industry sector
Passion for fundamental analysis and public markets investing
Excellent analytical and quantitative skills, with strong attention to detail