Hire Resolve is seeking a highly skilled Hedge Fund Analyst on behalf of our client, a leading media company in South Africa. This role will support the company's strategic investment arm, focusing on high-growth assets to drive digital and media innovation within South Africa’s media sector. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in financial modeling, market analysis, and portfolio management, applying these skills to identify and evaluate investment opportunities that align with the organization’s forward-thinking mission in the dynamic world of media.


Responsibilities

• Conduct research on media, digital, and community radio sectors in South Africa and Africa.
• Analyze macroeconomic and sector-specific trends in advertising, digital media, and community radio.
• Develop financial models to evaluate investments and hedge fund performance.
• Perform valuation analyses using DCF, comparable company analysis, and precedent transactions.
• Support portfolio management, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Provide portfolio performance updates with quantitative analysis and risk assessments.
• Prepare investment reports on asset performance and portfolio health.
• Track hedge fund metrics, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance.
• Build relationships with industry stakeholders and media investment professionals.
• Attend industry events to stay informed on South African media trends.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field; CFA preferred.
• 2-4 years in financial analysis, investment research, or hedge funds.
• Strong in financial modeling and valuation techniques.
• Proficient in Excel; knowledge of financial software like Bloomberg or FactSet.
• Familiar with South African media and advertising trends.
• Skilled in preparing reports and presenting findings.
• Strong attention to detail with strategic awareness.
• Proactive in learning and applying industry insights.
• Aligns recommendations with organizational goals.

Benefits

• Salary: Negotiable

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move today

• Apply for this role today, contact Gustav Vogel at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: gustav.vogel@hireresolve.us
• Please use "Hedge Fund Analyst" as your subject line when applying via email

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.