Agricultural Commodities Research Associate

Macquarie Group (Macquarie) is a global provider of banking, financial advisory, investment and fund management services. Around the world, we act on behalf of a range of institutional, corporate and retail clients. Founded in 1969, Macquarie employs more than 13,600 people in 28 countries. We focus on areas of business where our particular skills and expertise deliver real benefits to clients and investors.

At Macquarie we offer you the experience and freedom to grow your career whilst making your mark within a highly successful organisation. Key to our success is the entrepreneurialism we encourage in all our people. We give you the opportunity to progress your career as quickly as you can demonstrate your ability.

Macquarie's business is structured into six operating groups and four support groups.

Macquarie Securities Group (MSG) is a global institutional securities house covering sales, research, ECM, execution and derivatives and delta one activities. MSG uses its research and risk management skills to develop equity-based solutions and services for clients internationally.

Providing analysis and market intelligence across key industry sectors, Macquarie Research has one of the largest research teams in the Asia pacific region and has a significant presence in North America, the UK and South Africa.

With the expansion of our commodity service offering in EMEA, Macquarie is seeking a Junior Research Associate to work within the top-ranked commodity research team, with a focus on agricultural and soft commodities. The successful individual will be trained to assist the team in providing market intelligence for both internal and external clients. The role requires strong economics and analytical skills, as well as excellent client relationship and communication skills. Knowledge on the farming or agricultural sector will be advantageous, though not a key requirement. Other responsibilities will include:

Skills and experience required:

This is an important role within Macquarie Group and the successful candidate should be professional, committed and proactive in their approach. Exceptional analytical, communication, organisational skills and the ability to perform in a demanding environment will see the successful candidate thrive in the role.

July 2, 2013 • Tags:  • Posted in: Financial

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