Analyst/Associate, China Semiconductors/Software Equity Research, Global Research, Hong Kong

Job Description:

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Job Description:

The candidate will work on a team with a Senior Analyst responsible for all aspects of the research process from idea generation to client communications, including but not limited to the following:

• Perform complex financial modeling & valuation work.
• Write regular industry and company reports and company initiations from scratch.
• Develop and maintain databases integral to our research product.
• Develop strong industry knowledge and business judgment.
• Work with Senior Analyst to explore key industry themes.
• Stock coverage on a number of sub-sectors.
• Build relationships and facilitate information flow with contacts at covered companies.
• Participate and contribute to client meetings and events.
• Closely follow and understand market, industry and company specific activity, and relay to analyst.
• Seek out new, value-added, and/or unusual sources of information.
• Interact regularly with clients, both internal and external.

Requirements

• A minimum 1 year work experience in a relevant analytical/financial markets role. Prior sell side or buy side equity research experience preferred.
• A solid understanding of equity research, valuation and financial markets, plus a proven track record of high quality analytical research, written product and strong communication skills.
• Important to this role is an inquiring nature and ability to think logically whilst expressing your views both clearly and in an engaging manner.  
• Strong modelling and database skills are also essential.
• Demonstrated ability to write high quality, evidence-based projects or reports.
• Fluency (written and spoken) in English and Mandarin.
• Willing to promote your ideas and work to a variety of stakeholders.
• Creative Thinking: Ability to generate new ideas and possibilities, and to see business opportunities from a novel perspective.
• Flexibility: The capacity to adapt approach in light of shifting priorities or changing conditions.
• Team Orientation / Teamwork / Collaboration: The willingness to work as a member of a team.
• Self starter: the ability to pro-actively identify required analysis and complete projects with limited supervision