The Global Market Insights Strategy Team provides macroeconomic and capital markets insights and research to institutional investors, financial advisors, and their clients to help them make informed investment decisions. The team strives to simplify the complex in the global economy and markets through our industry-leading publication, the Guide to the Markets as well as speeches, webcasts, podcasts, blogs and other forms of communication.

Role Summary

A Market Insights Research Analyst is responsible for supporting our Global Market Strategists in  conducting macroeconomic and capital market research. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate their passion for macroeconomics and financial markets through a combination of their work experience, academic background, and extracurricular activities. A particular emphasis will be placed on strong quantitative and statistical skills, along with superior verbal and written communication skills. The candidate must take initiative to assume responsibility for the tasks outlined below and possess the skills to execute these tasks independently with keen attention to quality and detail.

Job Responsibilities

Conduct research on Global Alternatives  Generate content for and update the Guide to Alternatives. Update quarterly.  Author research pieces on Alternative themes and asset classes Conduct research on broader global economy and capital markets Author Weekly Market Recap, highlighting key market and economic developments and tying them to the team’s broader outlook/views. Present team outlook on global economy and capital markets Provide written responses to questions from clients and the sales force in a timely fashion. Present the Guide to Alternatives to an internal audience. Support Global Market Strategists on specific research initiatives.

Required qualifications, capabilities and skills 

At least 1+ years of experience in financial services Strong knowledge of and passion for financial markets and global economics. Ability to generate and pursue an individual research agenda. Experience and/or interest in alternative investments  Outstanding verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate complex ideas with clarity and style. Superior quantitative and analytical skills.  Excellent attention to detail. Ability to work independently and take initiative. Undergraduate degree in Economics, Finance, or related major preferred.  Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel), Bloomberg, Factset.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills

CFA and/or CAIA candidate or desire to pursue advanced degree/designation is preferred. Liberal arts majors considered. Private equity, private credit, real estate, hedge funds, infrastructure preferred.