Investment Analyst | Single CIO Hedge Fund
Investment Analyst - APAC Autos | Single CIO Hedge Fund
Location: Hong Kong
Overview:
A single CIO long/short equity hedge fund is seeking an APAC Auto Investment Analyst to strengthen its automotive investing capabilities. The successful candidate will work closely with a senior PM and contribute directly to idea generation across a concentrated long/short portfolio. The role offers significant exposure to investment decision-making within a flat and collaborative team structure.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct fundamental research across APAC automotive OEMs, EV manufacturers, and auto suppliers.
- Develop and maintain detailed financial models, earnings forecasts, and valuation frameworks.
- Generate high-conviction long and short investment ideas across the automotive value chain.
- Execute channel checks, management meetings, and other primary research initiatives.
- Monitor industry trends, competitive dynamics, policy developments, and technological changes.
- Present investment recommendations directly to investment partners and portfolio managers.
- Support portfolio monitoring and ongoing coverage of existing investments.
Requirements:
- 3-8 years of equity research or investment experience.
- Strong coverage of APAC Autos, EVs, Auto Components, Mobility, or related sectors.
- Buyside or sell-side equity research background with demonstrated stock-picking ability.
- Strong financial modelling and valuation skills; Python proficiency is advantageous.
- Fluent English required; Mandarin highly preferred.
- Experience generating alpha through short ideas is strongly preferred.
- Self-motivated, transparent, intellectually curious, and capable of working independently.
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