Research Analyst, ETF & Index Investments Full Time

Invesco is seeking to identify a Research Analyst (“Analyst”) who will be part of Invesco’s ETF & Index Investments team based in Downers Grove. This is a unique opportunity to work on a combination of investment products with combined AUM of approximately $850 billion.

The Analyst’s primary responsibility will be to conduct equity and asset class research, support multiple investment products, grow assets, and to make a positive investment impact. The team is committed to providing superior long-term investment performance driven by exceptional research and security selection. The position requires an individual with fundamental research capabilities, in addition to a collaborative and team driven mindset.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform primary analysis of US and foreign equities, closed-end funds, and other asset classes across all market cap ranges.
• Conduct research based on data gathered from company filings, independent research sources, and third-party providers.
• Cover multiple industries, maintaining existing holdings and recommending new securities.
• Assist in the construction and oversight of assigned portfolios through internally and externally created investment models and ensure all securities are selected in accordance with the portfolio investment strategy.
• Contribute and research innovative ideas through both independent and management directed research projects as part of the portfolio construction and new product development process.
• Monitor portfolios for corporate actions and performance movement to communicate any required actions that would impact the portfolios.
• Support investment activities, including performance reporting and attribution, assisting with marketing initiatives, strategic planning, and portfolio commentary.
• Work with Portfolio Managers to provide content and thought leadership to distribution including performance, competitive analysis, valuation, and overall portfolio positioning and analysis.
• Engage with colleagues within the ETF & Index Investments business to research areas of market trends, business unit competitive positioning, as well as other ad-hoc analytical assignments including topics such as investment stewardship and corporate action management.
• Support the broader ETF & Indexed Investments business unit in special project activities and broad initiatives across the business and firm. Projects may be outside the normal scope of the day-to-day functions which allow for further development of skills and a better understanding of the business environment.
• Candidates should be comfortable working closely with a small team. In addition, the individual responsible for this product will have the ability to work independently and complete deliverables with minimal supervision.

Work Experience / Knowledge:

• 5+ years industry experience/knowledge in Equity Research or a similar investment capacity
• Proficient user of Microsoft Office, Bloomberg and Factset
• Strong interest in individual equity research and analysis
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Effective communication skills with an emphasis on strong written skills
• Open minded, flexible and willing to work collaboratively
• Entrepreneurial spirit, with a focus on continuous improvement, willingness to take risks, embrace and lead change, determination to find creative solutions to problems. Strong work ethic and drive to succeed.
• Technical skills, including strong investment acumen, understanding of financial markets and economics, proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, particularly) and other software products (e.g. Bloomberg, Morningstar, FactSet).

Formal Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics or Accounting preferred or equivalent years of direct experience required.

License/Registration/Certification:

• Series 7 required within 90 days following the completion of training; Series 63 required within 90 days of obtaining Series 7 licensing; employment contingent upon licensing.
• CFA Charterholder / MBA or progress towards the CFA charter or an MBA is preferred

Source: Invesco’s Career Page

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