Finance Market Research Analyst - (EE) - Cape Town

SUMMARY:
Seeking a Finance Market Research Analyst with a Financial Degree/Diploma and who has 3-5 years experience in a related role, preferably within Financial services, for an EE position based in Cape Town.

POSITION INFO:

Job Role

Carry out research studies and gather and analyze statistical data to assist management in forecasting sales and developing new products.

 Responsibilities

Market Research

• Evaluate, interpret and report on the external environment regarding:
  • Competitor product and business strategy analysis.
  • Local investment industry (Life Insurance, Banks, Asset Managers) trends.
  • Global investment industry trends.
• Develop, facilitate and implement a process for information sharing within theGroup and competitors where appropriate.
• Establish and maintain ongoing relationships with other industry players.
• Share insights with the Group Exco and management teams to inform business strategy.
• Support Sales on competitor and trend analysis.

Client research

• Gather insights into client experience through engagement with Sales, Client service and Intermediaries.
• Identify needs of Intermediaries and Investors regarding product offering and functionality.
• Preparing specifications of enhancements to product and client literature.

 Requirements

 Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification, preferably in a Finance discipline.

Experience

• 3-5 years’ experience in a related role, preferably within Financial services
• Excel (Intermediate level)

Knowledge/ Skills

• Research and interpreting skills
• Statistical analysis and data
• Reporting and administration

Competencies

• Strong aptitude for analysis and solving problems.
• Ability to demonstrate your insights into the investment needs of individuals.
• Client Focus
• Cultivates Innovation
• Collaborates
• Drives Results
• Analytical skills and problem solving
• Your relationships with stakeholders would be well-established.
• You are as comfortable working on your own as you are collaborating with others. 

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