Research Analyst, Research

Overview

The Research Analyst provides stock coverage on assigned clients within Malaysia. Reporting to the Head of Research, the Research Analyst provides recommendations based on thorough analysis and company insights. The analyst must be able to present and market their ideas effectively internally to institutional sales and sales traders, and externally to clients. Typically, the analyst should cover 8 – 12 companies, as determined by the Head of Research. Key Areas of Responsibilities

Product

Ensure the team has adequate financial models and valuation databases for all stocks under primary coverage. At a minimum, these models should be robust, internally consistent, and able to perform sensitivity analysis on key earnings drivers.

Contribution

Support the writing of investment products, including company, sector and thematic reports. Respond to market news, earnings releases, corporate developments and other market-moving information when necessary and in a proactive manner.

Client Contact

Conduct bespoke work for clients, supporting the development of strong client relationships. Develop working relationships with corporates, clients and government / industry organisations.

Teamwork

Analysts should view their role as an integral part of the team’s success.

Actively generate ideas for the team’s development; communicate issues that require action; support each other and ask for help when needed. Where appropriate, take proactive measures to ensure views, assumptions and forecasts are consistent with top-down and sector views.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Product produced Client interaction Quality and accuracy in research recommendations Maintain / Target to be Top 3 rankings with top local clients Individual rankings – Institutional Investor and / or Greenwich Surveys

Measures

Broker ratings held for Tier 1, Tier 2 accounts as measured by the client Market share in all markets CLSA operates in Research earnings and recommendation accuracy measured objectively

Requirements

Bachelor degree or above in a business-related discipline, preferably with Finance and / or Accounting major. 8-10 years’ experience as a research analyst or related industry. A similar level of sector-specific experience would be considered. Technical knowledge of the brokerage industry. Strong Excel / spreadsheet skills and a good understanding of financial modelling. Excellent problem solving and analytical skills. High sense of commercial awareness. Strong attention to detail. Excellent interpersonal sensitivity. Excellent communication, relationship and management skills to both internal and external clients. Seniority level

Associate Employment type

Full-time Job function

Research and Other

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