Investment / Research Analyst Job. Finance Jobs In Kenya

Industry: Finance,
Gross Salary: Competitive,

The Investment Analyst / Research Analyst will conduct rigorous financial, macroeconomic, and related research to support investment decisions across diverse asset classes including fixed income securities, equities and alternative assets. The role requires a blend of fundamental analysis, quantitative modeling, and ESG risk assessment while ensuring compliance with regulatory and sustainability standards.

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Key Responsibilities:

Macroeconomic & Market Research

• Analyze Kenyan, regional and global macroeconomic indicators (GDP, inflation, interest rates, FX) and their impact on asset allocation.
• Monitor Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) policies, government fiscal trends and sovereign risk for fixed-income positioning.
• Track global market spillovers (e.g., Fed and advanced markets central bank policies, commodity prices) affecting local portfolios.

Fixed Income & Credit Analysis

• Model T-bill/T-bond valuations using yield curve analysis, duration strategies, and liquidity forecasts.
• Conduct credit risk assessments for corporate bonds/commercial papers (financial ratios, covenant analysis, default probabilities).
• Recommend sector allocation (e.g., banking, infrastructure) based on rate cycles and credit spreads.

Equity Research & Valuation

• Build DCF, LBO, and comparable company models for NSE-listed equities.
• Integrate ESG factors into stock selection.
• Publish thematic reports (e.g., "Impact of risk-based credit pricing models on Banking sector").

Alternative Investments & Innovation

• Evaluate private debt, REITs, and infrastructure projects for diversification.
• Research fintech/digital asset opportunities where relevant.

ESG Integration & Responsible Investing

• Develop ESG scoring frameworks for fixed-income/equity issuers.
• Align portfolios with Kenya’s ESG regulations (e.g., CMA guidelines) and global standards.
• Engage with issuers on sustainability reporting (e.g., climate disclosures).

Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement

• Familiarity with CMA and RBA regulations and reporting requirements
• Draft monthly investment bulletins for clients on market outlook.
• Present to the Investment Committee with data-driven buy/sell theses.
• Support pitches with customized analytics.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

Mandatory:

• Bachelor’s in Finance, Economics, Business or Actuarial Science.
• 2+ years in buy-side/sell-side research, with exposure to fixed income & equities.
• CFA/CISI/ICIFA candidates preferred.
• Mastery of Excel for financial modeling.

Added Advantage:

• Experience with Kenyan/East African capital markets and regulatory frameworks (CMA, RBA).
• Knowledge of machine learning applications in asset management.
• Track record of ESG research or sustainable finance projects.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Curiosity: Proactively identifies market inefficiencies.
• Resilience: Thrives in fast-moving rate environments.
• Storytelling: Translates complex data into actionable insights.

Why Join?

• Opportunity to work in a growing asset management company.
• Exposure to rigorous research environment and global best practices.
• Performance bonuses.

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How to Apply

Gross Salary: Competitive

If you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualifications and experience; please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (Investment / Research Analyst) to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke before 9th May 2025