Research Analyst- Emerging Markets Special Situations

Job title: Research Analyst- Emerging Markets Special Situations

Company: Odeon Capital Group

Job description: As an Equity Analyst – Emerging Market Special Situations, you will play a crucial role in identifying and analyzing investment opportunities across emerging markets. You will develop high-conviction trade ideas, conduct in-depth fundamental and event-driven research, and communicate insights to institutional clients. Your expertise in macroeconomic trends, corporate actions, and market inefficiencies will be critical in helping our clients make informed trading decisions.Responsibilities include:

• Conduct fundamental and valuation analysis on emerging market equities affected by special situations, including distressed assets, restructurings, and regulatory changes.
• Analyze capital structures and credit markets to identify key risks and opportunities within distressed and restructuring scenarios.
• Monitor macro trends, sovereign risks, and political dynamics that impact emerging market equities and investment flows.
• Identify market inefficiencies and catalysts that can drive valuation re-ratings in emerging market equities.
• Develop and publish compelling, client-focused investment recommendations that align with market trends and institutional investor strategies.
• Collaborate with traders and sales teams to translate research insights into executable trade ideas for clients.
• Prepare and present high-quality equity research reports, investment notes, and market insights to institutional clients.
• Provide real-time market color and updates on corporate actions, earnings surprises, and geopolitical developments.
• Engage with institutional clients to discuss trade ideas and market views.
• Work closely with sales & trading teams to support client requests and generate trading activity.
• Track real-time market developments, including central bank actions, capital flow trends, and emerging market credit spreads.
• Stay ahead of regulatory and policy changes that impact foreign investment and capital markets.
• Provide insights on cross-border M&A, activist campaigns, and government interventions in key emerging markets.

Requirements

• Advanced critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, with the ability to think outside the box.
• Ability to write clear, concise, and compelling research reports and present ideas effectively to institutional clients.
• Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills – able to interact with people of all levels in a confident, professional manner and effectively present complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Solid understanding of financial statements, financial modeling techniques, and investment analysis concepts.
• Proficiency in data gathering, analysis, and synthesis using various tools, including Excel, financial databases, and research platforms.
• Strong attention to detail with strong follow-up and ability to maintain accuracy while working with large volumes of data.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment and establish effective working relationships with colleagues.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to excellence – perform duties at the highest level possible on a consistent basis.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a related field.
• 3+ years in equity research or a similar role focused on emerging markets.
• Strong understanding of special situations investing, including restructurings, distressed assets, and event-driven opportunities.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, equity valuation, and risk assessment.
• Ability to quickly assess complex situations, extract key insights, and articulate investment cases clearly.
• Active FINRA licenses including Series 7, 63, 86, and 87 (or willingness to obtain prior to hire).

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

This description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Odeon Capital Group provides a total compensation package which may include a base salary, commissions, discretionary performance bonus, and/or a comprehensive benefits package. The estimated base salary range for this position, at the time of posting, is $150,000 to $200,000, which is specific to New York and may change in the future. When finalizing an offer, we take into consideration an individual’s experience level and the qualifications they bring to the role to formulate a competitive total compensation package. Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location. The final base salary amount that is offered to any candidate, in any location, will be determined on several factors, which may include but are not limited to location, work experience, skills, knowledge, education, and/or regulatory licenses.Odeon Capital Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which employment processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination. Odeon does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected characteristic or other non-merit factor.

Expected salary: $150000 – 200000 per year

Location: New York City, NY

Job date: Thu, 27 Feb 2025 23:56:05 GMT

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