Zedcrest Capital is a full service capital management firm, with core interests in fixed income securities trading, asset management and proprietary investments.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Manager, Research
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Job type: Full-time
Workplace Type: Onsite
Unit: Research and Portfolio Management
Reports to: Chief Investment Officer
Job Summary
- The successful candidate will be an entrepreneurial team player, expected to manage the research function of the asset management team and mentor other research analysts.
- The candidate will provide fundamental research coverage on equities, fixed income and alternative assets.
- The ideal candidate will leverage quantitative and qualitative research methodologies to evaluate investment opportunities and risks withing the local and global capital market, ensuring optimal result in identifying opportunities.
Duties & Responsibilities
Research & Investment Analysis:
- Lead the research function across macroeconomic, equity, fixed income, and financial market analysis to support the firm’s investment decision-making process.
- Build, maintain, and enhance detailed financial and valuation models for companies under coverage.
- Conduct fundamental analysis on listed companies, sectors, and markets, generating actionable investment insights and recommendations.
- Prepare periodic equity research reports, earnings reviews, sector updates, and thematic research publications.
- Develop and present well-articulated investment theses supported by financial analysis, industry trends, and macroeconomic outlook.
- Monitor and analyse key macroeconomic indicators, monetary policy developments, fiscal trends, and global market events impacting investment markets.
- Maintain and update internal databases covering macroeconomic, financial market, and company-specific data for research and strategy purposes.
- Prepare periodic reports and commentary on fixed income markets, interest rate outlook, currency movements, and capital market developments.
- Contribute to the preparation of the firm’s periodic investment strategy and capital market expectation reports across asset classes.
- Track regulatory, policy, and industry developments relevant to the investment management and capital markets environment.
Stakeholder Engagement & Market Intelligence:
- Engage with company management, industry participants, regulators, analysts, and other market operators to obtain relevant market intelligence and insights.
- Represent the research team in internal investment discussions, strategy meetings, and client-facing engagements where required.
- Prepare presentation materials and provide research-driven insights for internal stakeholders, institutional clients, and prospective investors.
- Collaborate with other business units in developing research-backed investment solutions and market intelligence initiatives.
Team Leadership & Management:
- Oversee the day-to-day activities of the research team to ensure timely delivery of high-quality research outputs.
- Mentor, train, and develop junior analysts and research associates within the team.
- Establish research standards, methodologies, and best practices to improve analytical quality and consistency.
- Coordinate research coverage allocation and ensure adequate monitoring of assigned sectors and markets.
Other Responsibilities:
- Support the development of new investment products through market research, industry analysis, and feasibility assessments.
- Participate actively in investment committee meetings, strategy sessions, and research briefings.
- Perform any other responsibilities as may be assigned by Management or the Head of Investment Management.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field (Master’s degree or CFA certification is an added advantage).
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in investment research, portfolio management, or related roles.
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis.
- Solid understanding of capital markets, asset classes, and investment instruments.
- Strong Proficiency in Bloomberg, Excel, and other financial analysis tools.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
- High level of attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and compliance standards in financial markets.
- Demonstrated track record of successful investment research and portfolio contributions.
Must have skills:
- Macroeconomic Analysis
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Alternative Investments Analysis
- Strategic Thinking
- Stakeholder Management
- Analytical Thinking
- Communication Skills
- Time Management
- Capital Markets Knowledge
- Equity & Fixed Income Analysis
- Asset Management
- Investment Strategy Development
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
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