Investment / Research Analyst Job

Location – Locality: Nairobi
Location – Region: Kenya
Industry: Finance
Job Type: Full Time

The Investment Analyst / Research Analyst will conduct rigorous financial, macroeconomic, and related research to support investment decisions across diverse asset classes including fixed income securities, equities and alternative assets. The role requires a blend of fundamental analysis, quantitative modeling, and ESG risk assessment while ensuring compliance with regulatory and sustainability standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Macroeconomic & Market Research

Analyze Kenyan, regional and global macroeconomic indicators (GDP, inflation, interest rates, FX) and their impact on asset allocation.

Monitor Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) policies, government fiscal trends and sovereign risk for fixed-income positioning.

Track global market spillovers (e.g., Fed and advanced markets central bank policies, commodity prices) affecting local portfolios.

Fixed Income & Credit Analysis

Model T-bill/T-bond valuations using yield curve analysis, duration strategies, and liquidity forecasts.

Conduct credit risk assessments for corporate bonds/commercial papers (financial ratios, covenant analysis, default probabilities)

Recommend sector allocation (e.g., banking, infrastructure) based on rate cycles and credit spreads.

Equity Research & Valuation

Build DCF, LBO, and comparable company models for NSE-listed equities.

Integrate ESG factors into stock selection.

Publish thematic reports (e.g., “Impact of risk-based credit pricing models on Banking sector”).

Alternative Investments & Innovation

Evaluate private debt, REITs, and infrastructure projects for diversification.

Research fintech/digital asset opportunities where relevant.

ESG Integration & Responsible Investing

Develop ESG scoring frameworks for fixed-income/equity issuers.

Align portfolios with Kenya’s ESG regulations (e.g., CMA guidelines) and global standards.

Engage with issuers on sustainability reporting (e.g., climate disclosures).

Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement

Familiarity with CMA and RBA regulations and reporting requirements

Draft monthly investment bulletins for clients on market outlook.

Present to the Investment Committee with data-driven buy/sell theses.

Support pitches with customized analytics.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

Mandatory:

Bachelor’s in Finance, Economics, Business or Actuarial Science.

2+ years in buy-side/sell-side research, with exposure to fixed income & equities.

CFA/CISI/ICIFA candidates preferred.

Mastery of Excel for financial modeling.

Added Advantage:

Experience with Kenyan/East African capital markets and regulatory frameworks (CMA, RBA).

Knowledge of machine learning applications in asset management.

Track record of ESG research or sustainable finance projects.

Behavioral Competencies:

Curiosity: Proactively identifies market inefficiencies.

Resilience: Thrives in fast-moving rate environments.

Storytelling: Translates complex data into actionable insights.

Why Join?

Opportunity to work in a growing asset management company.

Exposure to rigorous research environment and global best practices.

Performance bonuses.

How to Apply

If you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualifications and experience; please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (Investment / Research Analyst) to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke