Job Description

Job Summary: As a Hedge Fund Investment Analyst, you will be responsible for conducting in-depth financial analysis, researching market trends, and providing actionable investment insights to support the firm's portfolio management team. You will play a key role in evaluating potential investment opportunities, generating alpha, and assisting with risk management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct fundamental, quantitative, and technical analysis on investment opportunities, including equities, fixed income, commodities, and alternative assets.
• Develop financial models, including discounted cash flow (DCF), comparable company analysis (CCA), and precedent transaction analysis (PTA).
• Monitor market trends, economic data, and macroeconomic indicators to identify investment opportunities and risks.
• Assist portfolio managers with trade execution, portfolio construction, and risk management.
• Create reports and presentations summarizing your findings, including investment recommendations and detailed analysis.
• Contribute to the development of the firm's research methodology and investment strategies.
• Collaborate with other team members, including traders, portfolio managers, and risk managers, to support firm-wide investment objectives.
• Stay up to date on industry news, market events, and relevant developments that may impact the portfolio or investment landscape.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Mathematics, or a related field (Master's degree or CFA/FRM designation a plus).
• 1-3 years of experience in financial analysis, investment banking, private equity, or asset management (preferably within hedge funds or institutional investment firms).
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, Excel, and data analysis tools.
• Knowledge of financial markets, trading strategies, and investment products.
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• High level of attention to detail, organization, and time management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with quantitative analysis or familiarity with programming languages (e.g., Python, R, SQL) is a plus.
• Understanding of alternative investment strategies (e.g., hedge funds, private equity, venture capital).
• Experience in a specific sector (e.g., technology, healthcare, energy) is beneficial depending on the firm's focus.

Salary Range:

• Base Salary: $85,000 - $120,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Bonus Potential: Performance-based bonuses, typically ranging from 20% to 100%+ of base salary, based on individual and firm performance.
• Additional Compensation: Profit sharing, equity options, and other incentives may be offered based on performance.

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Professional development and educational support
• A dynamic, collaborative, and results-driven work environment

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