Research Analyst – Consumer & Retail Sectors

Job Title - Macro & FI Research AnalystLevel - Assistant Vice PresidentLocation - London / HybridSalary: £90,000+Sector Coverage: Consumer Goods & RetailOur client, a leading Global Banking Group, is seeking a Research Analyst to join its Corporate Research department. The critical function of the department is to utilise its industry knowledge to support the development of the bank’s business strategy and provide the best advice and services to the bank’s existing and prospective customers. By providing industry intelligence, advisory support, and value add through creativity in the form of ideas and solutions both internally and externallyWhether you are currently on the Sell-Side (Equity Research), Buy-Side, or working within a Credit Rating Agency, this role offers the unique opportunity to conduct deep-dive, long-horizon research with direct commercial consequence across corporate finance, M&A, project finance, and trade solutions.. Crucially, your industry expertise will serve in protecting the asset portfolio of the bank, utilising your analytical skills to lead proactive monthly credit monitoring and bi-annual industry credit reviewsKey ResponsibilitiesResearch & Reporting: Produce deep-dive thematic Consumer Goods & Retail industry reports. Leading extensive data gathering, use statistical models like regression analysis, and build internal and external presentations.Strategy & Growth: Assist senior team memebers with annual industry strategy reports to improve long-term profitability. Support marketing efforts by identifying potential customers, new trends, and business opportunities.Transaction Analysis: Evaluate corporate business models, assess industry rationale, and provide risk/return analysis for clients, focusing on large-scale corporate exposures.Portfolio Protection: Safeguard the asset portfolio of the bank. You will monitor daily news, manage watch lists, evaluate restricted sectors, and provide key input for monthly credit monitoring.Market Engagement: Attend industry events and participate in regular meetings with external consultants, rating agencies, and corporate executives (such as Chief Executive Officers and Chief Financial Officers) to gather exclusive market insights.Global Collaboration: Work closely with international branches to handle global corporate inquiries and support cross-border transaction and research projects.Innovation: Drive the adoption of new financial technologies, including Artificial Intelligence and alternative data analysis, to increase research efficiencyYour BackgroundDegree holder, ideally with a postgraduate qualification or professional certification in finance or a related discipline.Proficient in building financial models and utilising tools such as Excel, VBA, PowerBI, and Tableau to effectively illustrate your analysis.Proven ability to understand and analyse financial statements, with a strong knowledge of industry and credit analysis frameworks.Ability to communicate clearly and succinctly. This includes drafting well-structured client presentations, writing industry reports, and delivering presentations to both internal teams and corporate clients.An inquisitive mind with a strong desire to dig deeper into data. The team thrives on diverse backgrounds and values professionals who look beyond the surface.Excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to maintain high standards under tight deadlines.