Macro Currency Economist – Leading asset management firm
This is a desk Economist position and you will take control of the following regions :- (UK, Japan, Scandies, Switzerland).
In order to apply for the position you must be a strong macroeconomist with a distinguished academic background (MA / MS / MPhil / PhD).
The hiring manager requires the successful candidate to be experienced in the field therefore a minimum of 3 to 4 years of experience as a desk economist (sell side, buy side, international institution) is required.
Whilst you do not have to have covered all the Countries previously you should and have already covered some of the above mentioned economies, (at least the UK and/or Japan).
Within this position you will join the macro-strategy team which is part of the part of the economic research and investment strategy team. You will report to both the Head of the Macro Strategy team and also the head of research.
Key characteristics required are:-
- Strong and proven communication skills in terms of written research
- The ability to work as a team player
- Commercially oriented mind set
This is an excellent opportunity for you to interact with portfolio managers, sales and clients and your ability to do this will be measured to the same regard as your technical skills.
Language requirements:-
The team communicate and publish in English therefore fluency in English is mandatory.
Fluency in a further language such as in French and/or another European language (Japanese appreciated) would be another plus.
The economist filling this position will be based in London and may have to travel often to Paris, where the bulk of the investment strategy team is located.
Please apply directly to apply.a33hoizijx@selbyjennings.aptrack.co.uk or visit our website at www.selbyjennings.com - All CV`s must be sent in word format.
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