Investment Analyst

Job Details

The Investment Analyst is responsible for conducting financial and market analysis to identify investment opportunities, support portfolio management, and provide actionable insights to clients and management. The role contributes to optimizing portfolio performance, ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal benchmarks, and supporting strategic investment decisions across the company's investment products.

Duty Station: Kampala Employment Type: Full-time Industry: Finance Category: Accounting & Finance, Business Operations Deadline: 2026-08-25 Working Hours: 8

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis of potential investment opportunities.
• Perform in-depth market research to identify emerging trends and strategic investment areas within the financial sector.
• Evaluate financial statements, market data, and economic indicators to support investment decisions.
• Develop and deliver actionable investment recommendations based on thorough analysis.
• Maintain strong client relationships through regular engagement and performance reviews.
• Provide clients with clear, insightful explanations of portfolio performance and market developments.
• Oversee assets under management across diverse investment products.
• Monitor portfolio performance and ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and internal benchmarks.
• Support risk assessment and compliance monitoring within the investment portfolio.
• Prepare and present weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual research and performance reports for all funds under management.
• Provide clear, data-driven insights to support strategic decision-making by management and clients.
• Ensure accurate documentation and reporting in line with company standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications, Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Statistics, or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years' relevant experience in investment analysis, portfolio management or financial research.
• Strong financial modelling and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of investment markets and financial instruments.
• High attention to detail and report-writing ability.
• Progress toward a professional qualification (e.g. CFA) is an added advantage.