Associate Researcher

6 days ago


Hong Kong, Central and Western District, Hong Kong SAR China Wellington Management Company, LLP Full time

About Us

Wellington Management offers comprehensive investment management capabilities that span nearly all segments of the global capital markets. Our investment solutions, tailored to the unique return and risk objectives of institutional clients in more than 60 countries, draw on a robust body of proprietary research and a collaborative culture that encourages independent thought and healthy debate. As a private partnership, we believe our ownership structure fosters a long-term view that aligns our perspectives with those of our clients.

About the Role

The Role
We are seeking to recruit a Research Associate (RA) to join our Industrial team within the Investment Research Group, based in Hong Kong. The RA will focus on researching companies relates to batteries, building materials, and Chinese heavy machinery under the Industrial sector in the APAC region, aiming to generate differentiated insights by asking innovative questions, anticipating trends, and identifying risks and potential disruptions in this rapidly evolving industry. The ideal candidate should be able to communicate and implement these ideas with a highly analytical and detailed approach. This individual will work closely with the experienced Global Industry Analyst in Hong Kong, as well as with Investment Boutique Portfolio Managers and other Global Industry Analysts in the Global Industrial team. At Wellington, we view research as a core engine of the investment process and consider this a career position that can be both highly challenging and rewarding, contributing to the firm's ability to generate alpha in this important sector.

Responsibilities
Responsibilities for this position will include the following:

  • Performing continuous due diligence and stay abreast on relevant companies under Industrial sector in APAC
  • Creating and maintaining detailed financial models to aid in analyzing existing and prospective investments
  • Attending company meetings, investment industry conferences, and conferences specific to area of coverage
  • Completing complex analytical projects under tight time constraints
  • Maintaining the integrity of industry and comparative valuation models
  • Contributing to written research and investment discussions in various internal forums
  • Making investment recommendations to global investment teams
  • Working to identify emerging research trends and novel and investable developments
Essential Skills
We are seeking a self-motivated, diligent team player with a passion for the Industrial sector and investing in APAC markets. This role is ideal for someone with strong analytical skills, excellent financial modeling abilities, and a desire to apply their expertise to support Wellington's Global Industry Research Team. The successful candidate will thrive in a highly collaborative investment environment and build strong, trusting relationships with colleagues across global teams. Effective communication skills (both verbal and written) and the ability to contribute to an open investment dialogue are essential. A growth mindset, characterized by flexibility and a willingness to continue learning, evolving, and growing as a Research Associate, is crucial. The RA will bring a global perspective and a creative approach to analyzing investment opportunities in the region.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
  • An undergraduate degree with a strong academic record
  • At least 4 years of relevant corporate finance /investment experience within the Industrial sector. Experience in covering Asia batteries, building materials, and Chinese heavy machinery will be highly preferrable.
  • Strong financial modeling skills
  • Sound judgment, strong work ethic and highest personal and professional integrity
  • Be disciplined with a strong bottom-up fundamental approach to research
  • Demonstrated analytical ability
  • Self-awareness and resilience to be comfortable when wrong
  • Ability building relationships and collaborating with experienced, cross-functional investment teams
  • Ability to work independently where needed and make decisions in the face of uncertainty
  • Ability to organize, manage, and prioritize time well
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Strong communication skills and desire and appetite for continuous learning
  • CFA or progress towards completion of the CFA
  • Fluency in English required, Fluency in Mandarin would be advantageous
Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? That's ok. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply and welcome a chance to review your background. We are dedicated to building and maintaining a diversified workforce and considering a broad array of candidates with a variety of skill, workplace experiences, and backgrounds.

As an equal opportunity employer, Wellington Management ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, creed, national origin, age, ancestry, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law . If you are a candidate with a disability, or are assisting a candidate with a disability, and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please email us at GMWTalentOperations@wellington.com .


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