Research Analyst

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Research Analyst

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports to: Portfolio Manager

About the Role

• The Research Analyst will work closely with key stakeholders in the business, gathering and analyzing data from different sources to build a well-rounded view of the market. Your role will contribute to market intelligence, industry analysis, and internal reporting, helping the team stay informed, responsive, and forward-looking.
• We are seeking an analytical, and detail-oriented Research Analyst to join Ceviant Asset Management. This role is vital in strengthening our research capabilities by delivering clear, thoughtful insights that support decision-making and drive the firm’s growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to client-facing insights, presentations, and regular investment updates when needed.
• Review fixed income, money market, and other approved investment instruments, and use your analysis to support portfolio decisions and advisory recommendations.
• Keep a close eye on existing holdings and watchlists, and flag important developments, risks, or opportunities to portfolio managers and leadership.
• Work closely with portfolio management, wealth advisory, compliance, and operations teams to ensure research is practical, timely, and aligned with client needs.
• Build and maintain financial models, valuation frameworks, and performance tracking tools that help the team make well-informed investment decisions.
• Carry out research on macroeconomic trends, financial markets, sectors, and specific investment opportunities that are relevant to the firm’s portfolios and products.
• Support due diligence on new products, counterparties, and investment strategies, making sure all reviews align with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare investment memos, market updates, portfolio review materials, and internal research reports that clearly support decision-making.
• Stay up to date on competitor products, industry trends, and regulatory changes that may affect asset management and investment advisory activities.
• Review issuer financial statements, market disclosures, and economic data to assess credit quality, risk exposure, and potential returns.

Key Success Measures

• Collaboration with internal stakeholders and contribution to client outcomes.
• Clarity and effectiveness of reports and presentations.
• Accuracy and timeliness of research outputs.
• Quality of investment recommendations and insights provided.
• Ability to identify risks and support sound portfolio decisions.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of relevant experience in investment research, asset management, wealth management, corporate finance, or financial advisory.
• Ability to interpret financial statements, assess risk, and make practical recommendations.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced financial services environment.
• High attention to detail, good organisation, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Good understanding of financial markets, investment instruments, and macroeconomic trends.
• Integrity, professionalism, and respect for confidentiality.
• A bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong financial analysis, research writing, and spreadsheet modelling skills.
• Good understanding of the Nigerian financial market and regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience researching fixed income and other investment products.