Job Description

Who is Futuregrowth?

Futuregrowth has been South Africa's leading developmental, responsible and fixed-income investor for over 25 years. We manage a range of fixed interest and development funds and play a key leadership role in the South African asset management industry. We are committed to investing our clients' funds in a responsible manner, with the interests of our clients always coming first.

Purpose of the position

This is an analytical role with specific focus on macroeconomic and policy developments and their implications for the local interest rate market. Reports to the Head of Interest Rates. This position is based in Rondebosch, Cape Town.

Key responsibilities of the position

1. Performing fundamental macro-economic and quantitative research, with emphasis on the local bond market;

2. Making recommendations on investment opportunities to the Interest Rate team;

3. Regular and effective communication of market views and performance to key internal and external stakeholders; and

4. Developing and maintaining econometric models and databases using Excel, R, Python, etc.

Knowledge and experience required

o Minimum 3 years work experience in a relevant analytical or risk management role,

o Sound macroeconomic understanding, complimented by strong quantitative skillset (mathematics, statistics, econometrics, etc.); and

o Coding proficiency in at least one programming language (Python/R, etc.).

Technical/professional qualifications:

o Strong academic credentials.

o Master's degree in mathematics, statistics, econometrics or similar is required; and

o CFA, FRM, CQF or similar would be advantageous.

Key behaviours and competencies:

o Energised team player;

o Diligent, hardworking self-starter;

o Strong problem-solving skills;

o Strong communication skills;

o Excellent planning and organising skills;

o High attention to detail;

o High stress tolerance;

o Curiosity and willingness to learn; and

o Demonstrable drive, purpose and initiative.

Recruitment process:

Selected candidates will need to attend a series of competency-based interviews/ activities

and a psychometric assessment.