Senior Investment Analyst Fund Research, Portfolio Management

About the jobResponsible for researching investment opportunities, conducting ongoing manager evaluations, maintaining the Asia & Middle East (AME) fund buy-list (whitelist) and providing evidence-based investment recommendations that support the delivery of the AME investment proposition.What you'll be doing:Being a significant contributor to the fund research and manager due diligence process.Maintaining the AME investment fund buy-list (whitelist).Coordinate periodic ongoing whitelist reviews and oversee associated governance documentation.Lead investment analysis supporting partner enquiries.Develop and maintain constructive relationships with external fund managers and research providers.Monitor macroeconomic, market and industry developments and assess their implications for fund recommendations, portfolio positioning and future whitelist decisions.Develop and enhance investment research processes.What we're looking forYou will be intellectually curious, highly analytical, and passionate about investment management.We're particularly interested in candidates with:Experience in investment research, fund due diligence, manager selection or investment consulting activities.Experience preparing investment presentations, portfolio reviews or client-facing investment materials.Experience with investment performance, risk and attribution concepts.Experience working with large datasets and applying technology to improve investment processes.Familiarity with investment performance, risk and attribution concepts.Experience using investment research platforms such as Bloomberg, Morningstar, Financial Express Analytics or similar tools.Ability to analyse financial and market data and draw meaningful investment conclusions.Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.Experience using Python, VBA, Power BI or other analytical automation tools to enhance investment processes would be advantageous.Progress towards the CFA Programme (Level II completed or actively pursuing) would be advantageous, with an expectation to work towards completion of the qualificationWhy join us?Play a meaningful role in shaping investment outcomes across Asia and the Middle East.Work within a collaborative and highly regarded investment team.Gain exposure to senior decision-makers and regional investment governance.Develop your investment expertise, stakeholder management and leadership capabilities while contributing to a growing business.Enjoy the opportunity to influence investment processes and drive continuous improvement.About the opportunityThis is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious investment professional with approximately 3-5 years of experience seeking to broaden their portfolio management expertise, deepen their multi-asset investment knowledge and accelerate their development within a dynamic and international investment environment.