Junior Research and Investment Analyst

2 weeks ago

Tygervalley, South Africa Sanlam Full time

Who are we?
Glacier by Sanlam brings together leading experts and respected financial services companies to meet clients’ investment needs. We deliver focused investment services through specialist teams, partner with acclaimed financial intermediaries and pride ourselves on our superior products and solutions and high quality service. We offer a comprehensive range of investment solutions, designed to assist in the creation and preservation of wealth. Our offering encompasses local investments, including fixed term investments and investments with guarantees, international investments, retirement saving solutions, and retirement income solutions. While each solution has its own distinct purpose, they all share the world-class quality and commitment that have come to distinguish Glacier. What will you do?
Responsible for carrying out research studies. Gathers and analyses statistical data to assist management in forecasting sales and developing new products. What will make you successful in this role?
Job purpose
The Junior Research and Investment Analyst will be responsible for investment reporting and publications, fund research and general investment research, client service and investment support, sales support, presentations within the business and general administration.
Key outcomes
The following outcomes will be expected to be achieved by the Junior Research and Investment Analyst.
- All Glacier Research investment publications and reporting
- Glacier Research administration responsibilities
- Analyse, interpret and disseminate market and economic information
- Thoroughly research, understand and explain collective investment schemes (including ETF’s, Retail Hedge Funds and offshore funds) performance, positioning and mandates
- Provide general investment support to Glacier Research Investment Analysts and internal Glacier business units
- Provide general investment support to intermediaries
- Provide general investment and administration support to Glacier Consulting
- Present investment-related information to internal Glacier business units
- Initiate research on current investment-related topics
- Write articles on research/ industry/ investment topics in English
- Teamwork
- Assist with the maintenance of Glacier’s proprietary research and investment tools
- Ad hoc projects

Qualifications and experience
- Relevant Honours Commerce qualification
- CFA Level 1
- Glacier International experience advantageous
- Relevant experience in a retail financial environment would be an advantage
- Computer skills: MS EXCEL and MS WORD
- Knowledge of economic principles and retail financial environment
- Be willing to travel nationally if required

Competencies
- Client focus
- Cultivates innovation
- Collaborates
- Being resilient
- Drive results
- Excellent written and critical thinking skills.
- Initiative and innovative/ function independently
- Analytical thinking and problem solving
- Proven decision-making skills
- Relationship Building Skills

Attributes
- Positive, enthusiastic attitude
- Teamwork
- Ability to work under pressure
- Honesty, integrity and respect
- Self-starter and self confidence

Qualification and Experience Degree or Diploma with at least 3 years related experience. Knowledge and Skills Research studies Statistical analysis and data Reporting and administration Personal Attributes Interpersonal savvy - Contributing independently Decision quality - Contributing independently Plans and aligns - Contributing independently Business insight - Contributing independently Build a successful career with us
We’re all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future - your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth. Through its four business clusters - Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Emerging Markets, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office - the group provides many opportunities for growth and development. Core Competencies Cultivates innovation - Contributing independently Customer focus - Contributing independently Drives results - Contributing independently Collaborates - Contributing independently Being resilient - Contributing independently Turnaround time
The Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa. The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.

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