Analyst

Job Description

Role Objective:1. Assist to provide research support to internal departments/ divisions based on available sources of research and first hand research on potentialmarket-moving events2. Assist to conduct specific research assignments on the economy, markets, industries, and competitors as directed by internal clients; and maintainresearch database3. Assist to deliver accurate consolidated financial reporting; forecasting and analysis of the business and financial risks and opportunities.Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:Strategic1. Not ApplicableOperational1. Assist to analyze financial information to produce forecasts of the business industry, and economic conditions2. Assist to Interpret data affecting investment programs, such as price, yield, stability, future trends in investment risks, and economicinfluences3. Assist to Analyze financial information relating to specific companies, e.g. company results, profit and loss, balance sheet and cash flowstatements to determine how an organization is positioned to deliver for investors4. Assist to Conduct valuation of investments in companies by using different financial models5. Assist to Maintain knowledge and stay abreast of developments in the fields of industrial knowledge, business, finance, and economic theory6. Assist to Monitor fundamental economic, industrial, and corporate developments through the analysis of information obtained from financialpublications and services, investment banking firms, government agencies, trade publications, company sources, and personal interviews7. Assist to Study the economic implications of factors such as natural disasters, weather, wars, etc. which might affect the performance ofcompanies and funds8. Assist to Prepare plans of action for investments based on financial analysis9. Assist to Conduct research activities to provide analysis of:a. the direction of markets, and the relative attractions of investments in different sectorsb. the impact of economic influences on each industry and potential market-moving eventsc. the macroeconomic factors that influence the economies of countries in Middle East and throughout the world, and forecastmovements in economic indicators, interest rates and currencies10. Support development of forecasting models on industry growth and market potential, etc.11. Assist to Provide analysis of overall investment opportunities and provide information to the concerned divisions/ departments12. Assist to Provide inputs to improving the overall investment process at KFIC, on an on-going basis13. Assist to Manage KFIC?s research database ? client profiles, investment portfolio, past transactions, etc, as necessitated by other divisions/departments. Provide specific client information to internal customers14. Recommend and implement frameworks for research to ensure compliance with current regulations15. Assist to Develop alliances with external research agencies to source timely market information16. Assist to Plan economic and business research projects to serve KFIC?s objectives and future initiatives by partnering with the Investment /Asset Management Divisions17. Direct research to support potential investment opportunities / projects being evaluated18. Direct market studies and feasibility studies for potential investment opportunities / projects being evaluated19. Review and interpret the results of research, analyze impact of conclusions, and summarize and prepare comprehensive reports20. Coordinate with other departments, assisting them with relevant technical studies and market analysis21. Oversee research papers, presentations, and briefings, to relay findings to other departments, as well as investors22. Assist in drafting and writing research reports for fund manager or client use23. Assist to Provide information to fund managers to position ideas and articulate about the risk or payoff for each recommendation made24. Assist in the implementation of procedures and controls in Research and Analysis Unit. Ensure that all the transactions are in compliancewith the set policies and procedures25. Keep abreast of all regulatory framework and implications (CMA, CBK, etc.)26. Assist higher management in any other related tasks as required by business.Key Interactions and Relationships:Internal1. Investment & Corporate Finance Division2. Operations Department3. Risk & Compliance Division4. Information Technology Department External1. Investment Companies2. Institutional Investors3. Market Research Agencies,4. Economic Research Bureaus5. Internal AuditorsKey Performance Indicators (KPIs) Assist in increasing volume of business volume and company?s marketshare by substantially increasing client base.Competencies (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):1. Accountability2. Achievement Orientation3. Analytical Ability4. Attendance and Punctuality5. Communication Skills6. Creativity & Innovation7. Impact and Influence8. Initiative9. Organizing and Planning Skills

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Analyst