Investment Analyst - Small Mid Cap - Japan

Investment Analysts at Capital Group are responsible for the research, analysis, interpretation and dissemination of financial and market information upon which investment decisions are made. Each Investment Analyst manages assets in areas of high conviction in the market. Capital Research Global Investors (CRGI), one of three equity investment divisions within Capital Group, is seeking an Investment Analyst to focus on identifying long term equity investment opportunities in small and mid-capitalisation companies within Japan.

In addition to continually sharing your insights and recommendations with Portfolio Managers, a research portfolio will be allocated to you where you will have the opportunity to bring your financial convictions to life. You will work in an environment that encourages entrepreneurship and creativity to continually develop your own investment style. You will work alongside the industry’s most respected investment professionals and have access to senior management at a diverse set of companies.

QualificationsHighly relevant investment experience and a familiarity with multiple sectors and business modelsSuperior research skills and the drive to develop and share investment insight from multiple anglesAbility to work proactively and creatively in a global team environment, and with a range of internal stakeholdersStrong understanding of equity markets, with prior direct experience investing in Japanese equities in particular, and a demonstrated track record of successComfortable and familiar with presenting research in a variety of ways, for example through actionable investment reports, supported by excellent written and oral communication skillsAn MBA or CFA qualification is not a prerequisite, although preferredPrimary Responsibilities IncludeConduct primary, direct research of small and mid-cap companies across JapanAnalyse economic, financial and industry trends, and proactively communicate these findings with other analysts and portfolio managersMaintain regular contact with company management teams and industry participantsProduce written reports and regular updates, as neededMaking investment recommendations to portfolio managersManage a portfolio of securities drawn from your sector coverageThis role will report to the Research Director for Small and Mid-cap research, based in London.

Other key relationships include Portfolio managers and investment analysts within CRGI, and sector analysts within other divisions of Capital Group. ‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎In addition to a highly competitive base salary, per plan guidelines, restrictions and vesting requirements, you also will be eligible for an individual annual performance bonus, plus Capital’s annual profitability bonus plus a retirement plan where Capital contributes 15% of your eligible earnings. You can learn more about our compensation and benefits here. Temporary positions in Canada and the United States are excluded from the above mentioned compensation and benefit plans.

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