Our client in the Financial industry is currently looking for a Research Assistant, in Sandton, Johannesburg.Responsibilities:
Assisting the head of the luxury goods and retail sector in reports, roadshow. preparation, assisting roadshows, drafting of market updates and snippets, and data capture.
Analysis of listed companies in the luxury goods and retail sectors.
Analysing company financial reports to determine the market performance of existing securities.
Using data modelling methodologies to create financial forecasts including a stock's value and target price.
Assisting with company initial public offerings (IPOs)
Assisting in developing and publishing investment reports internally and externally.
Presentation of research internally and externally.
Relationship building with industry experts and management teams at companies.
Monitoring industry and market trends for changes and investment opportunities.
Requirements:
Newly qualified CA(SA) or 1 - 2 years post-article experience.
Strong academics.
Keen interest in financial markets (i.e., understands drivers of financial markets, reads classic/contemporary investment books, follows market movements)