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£25000 - £28000 per annum + + benefits

Location

United Kingdom,-Leeds

Job Type

Permanent

Description

My client is a successful finance services organisation based in Leeds who due to recent internal promotions are looking to bolster their team with an Investment Analyst.

This role would suit a recent graduate who has a strong academic background, is personable and is comfortable building internal/external relationships. An outline of the role is below:

• Carrying out market research to identify investment opportunities across industries, providing data as directed and making recommendations for investment.
• Developing financial models and projection.
• Closely monitoring financial press; tracking market and sector trends, opportunities, and risks.
• Examining and assessing economic and market trends, earning prospects, financial statements and other indicators and factors to determine suitable funding strategies.
• Working with the investment team in supporting the evaluation of companies.
• Developing sector specific thought leadership pieces.
• Keeps Group CRM system updated to ensure records are accurate and current.

What we're looking for..

• Degree: 2:1 or above in a numerically related subject i.e. Maths, Economics, Finance etc.
• Intermediate Excel skills - use of Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP's
• Sound commercial acumen and analytical skills; able to examine and interpret data from different sources and understand its impact on investment decisions
• Good research and writing skills
• A keen interest in keeping up-to-date on the UK economy and financial markets

Benefits..

• Competitive salary
• Annual bonus 10-20%
• Company share options
• 25 days holiday + BH
• Clear progression plan
• Hybrid/Flexible working structure

If this role is of interest, please apply direct with an updated CV.