BMI is currently seeking a Research Banking Analyst based out of our Pretoria office.
BMI's systematic, independent and data-driven market insights, analysis and forecasts enable customers to recognize and assess risks and opportunities across markets and industries. For almost 40 years, we have provided impartial views to support our customers’ strategic plans and investment decisions.
At BMI, we’re proud of the work we do to help our clients manage risks and opportunities in global markets, which began in 1984 and continues to this day. By stepping into a role here, you will help shape the strategic decisions of the world’s leading organizations. As a member of our team, your role will go beyond conventional boundaries. You will collaborate with industry experts, thought leaders, and visionary executives, collectively working towards shaping the future of businesses that span a multitude of sectors. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we continuously strive to offer our colleagues a great place to work, with opportunities to learn, innovate, develop their careers, and serve the community.
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About the Team
You will be part of a growing and energetic team with high internal and external visibility. You will provide sector-wide banking analysis ranging from deep balance sheet and financial statement analysis to the regulatory environment and industry trends across the global markets, highlighting risks and opportunities for our clients.
How You’ll Make an Impact:
- Act as analytical lead for a portfolio of banking sectors, taking full ownership of all forecasts and historical data, as well as views on the banking sectors within your coverage area.
- Write daily research notes, as well as contribute to quarterly analysis, produce both country-specific and thematic cross-regional research including balance sheet analysis, financial soundness, digital banking, credit risk, regulatory frameworks, profitability trends, and financial markets, all with connections to macroeconomic dynamics.
- Work with sales and clients to represent the team and deliver key views and forecasts in a concise and articulate manner during client engagements, presentations as well as at industry events.
- Support the development of innovative tools and methodologies to enhance research quality and efficiency.
You May be a Good Fit if:
- MA/MSc/PhD in banking, finance, economics or a closely related field
- Relevant background working as a banking/financial sector analyst, with demonstrated experience in analytical writing, data management, and forecasting of banking sector indicators
- Experience with balance sheet analysis, financial soundness metrics, and understanding of banking regulatory frameworks
- Strong writing skills with proven ability to produce high-quality research output in English
What Would Make You Stand Out:
- Strong analytical ability and entrepreneurial mindset
- Strong public speaker with advanced presentation skills, capable of confidently managing client engagements
- Ability to work with and analyse large data sets and forecast across key banking indicators, with knowledge and proficiency in complex forecasting models and data visualisation (Python and/or R)
- Experience analysing the intersection of banking sector dynamics with economic, political and regulatory risk across multiple markets
- CFA is a plus
Why Choose Fitch:
- Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required
- A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunity
- Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long-term goals
- Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings that enable physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing
- Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectively
- Inclusive Work Environment: A collaborative workplace where all voices are valued, with Employee Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globe
- Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations and ample opportunities to volunteer in your community
Fitch is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. To protect Fitch’s credibility and reputation, our employees must take every precaution to avoid conflicts of interest or any appearance of a conflict of interest. Should you be successful in the recruitment process at Fitch Ratings you will be asked to declare any securities holdings and other potential conflicts prior to commencing employment. If you, or your immediate family, have any holdings that may conflict with your work responsibilities, you may be asked to divest yourself of them before beginning work.
Fitch is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.
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