Equity Research Analyst (Junior / Entry Level)

Equity Research Analyst (Junior / Entry Level)

Job Description & Requirements

Role Overview

We are a small private investment company based at *Vision Exchange, Jurong East*, focusing on long-term investment in global listed companies.

We are looking for a *Junior Equity Research Analyst* to support our long-term fundamental investment research.

The role is suitable for candidates who are interested in financial statements, listed companies and long-term investing. *Prior equity research or investment industry experience is not required. Training will be provided.*

We value analytical ability, attention to detail, responsibility, willingness to learn and good character over specific prior experience.

*Fresh Polytechnic and private university graduates are welcome to apply. Candidates returning to the workforce after a career break are also welcome.*

Responsibilities

* Research and monitor global listed companies, primarily established large-cap companies

* Review annual reports, quarterly results, financial statements, investor presentations and company announcements

* Analyse and maintain key financial information, including revenue, earnings, cash flow, capital expenditure, cash, debt, dividends and share buybacks

* Build and maintain historical financial data and company research records

* Track quarterly results and compare performance with previous periods and management guidance

* Monitor important company developments, including management changes, acquisitions, regulatory matters, industry developments and other material events

* Identify and summarise significant changes in company fundamentals

* Prepare concise company research notes and monitoring reports

* Gradually develop skills in fundamental analysis, company valuation and investment research

* Support the company's long-term investment research and decision-making process

Key Qualities

* Strong attention to detail and accuracy

* Comfortable working with numbers and financial statements

* Good analytical and critical-thinking skills

* Curious and willing to learn

* Able to organise information systematically

* Able to work independently and take responsibility for assigned research

* Good written English and ability to read financial reports in English

* Proficient in Microsoft Excel

* Responsible, dependable and willing to work in a small-team environment

* Genuine interest in listed companies, business and long-term investing

* Strong personal integrity and good character

Preferred Background

* Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in *Accountancy, Accounting & Finance, Banking & Finance, Finance, Business*, or a related discipline

* *Polytechnic and private university graduates are strongly encouraged to apply*

* Fresh graduates are welcome

* Candidates with previous experience in accounting, audit, banking operations, finance or financial reporting are also welcome

* Prior professional investment experience is *not required*

* Candidates returning to the workforce after a career break are welcome

* Applicants should already have the right to work in Singapore. No work-pass sponsorship is available for this position.