Equity, Principal

2 days ago

Kuala Lumpur MYAIA Malaysia AIA Group Full time 120,000 - 240,000 per year

FIND YOUR 'BETTER' AT AIA

We don't simply believe in being 'The Best'. We believe in better - because there's no limit to how far 'better' can take us.

We believe in empowering every one of our people to find their 'better' - in the work they do, the career they build, the life they live and the difference they make. So that together we can support even more people - including our own - to live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

If you believe in better, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Equity Research Analyst to join our dynamic investment team. This role is responsible for delivering high-quality equity research across Malaysia and Asia, with the goal of contributing to the outperformance of AIA Bhd's equity portfolio relative to its benchmark. The role will evolve to include portfolio management responsibilities over time.

Job Responsibilities

  • Conduct in-depth equity research and analysis on assigned sectors and stocks across local and regional markets.

  • Produce insightful monthly reports covering market trends, fund performance, and investment outlooks.

  • Develop detailed research reports on individual stocks and industry sectors.

  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders on strategic investment projects and initiatives.

  • Ensure strict adherence to investment guidelines, risk parameters, and regulatory requirements.

  • Support and eventually lead portfolio management activities, including asset allocation and stock selection.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or a related field.

  • CFA charterholder or holder of an advanced degree in Investment, Finance, or Portfolio Management is highly desirable.

  • Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in equity research or portfolio management, with a strong track record in local and Asian markets.

  • Deep understanding of capital markets, financial modeling, and company valuation techniques.

  • Strong analytical, writing, and presentation skills.

  • High attention to detail and a strong sense of compliance and integrity.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable working with investment-related technology platforms.

  • Commercially savvy with strong interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Experience in managing regional equity portfolios is a significant advantage.

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a leading financial institution with a strong regional presence.

  • Work in a collaborative and performance-driven environment.

  • Opportunity to grow into a portfolio management role.

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Build a career with us as we help our customers and the community live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

You must provide all requested information, including Personal Data, to be considered for this career opportunity. Failure to provide such information may influence the processing and outcome of your application. You are responsible for ensuring that the information you submit is accurate and up-to-date.

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