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Investment Analyst

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About the role

Intern positions with Mercer are a fantastic opportunity for candidates to get a taste of working for a multinational consulting firm. Interns join us for a structured 8 week programme running from the beginning of July to the end of August. All work is supervised and interns are assigned buddies to help them with day-to-day work queries. 

Investment analysts at Mercer perform a key role in helping to provide all aspects of investment advice to a wide range of clients. 

As an Investment analyst intern you will work as part of a team supporting more experienced analysts and consultants. 

 

Key duties will include:

  • Producing/checking monitoring reports 
  • Assisting with the determination of appropriate investment strategies and manager structures for clients, drafting reports and letters as appropriate 
  • Dealing with routine queries received from clients, investment managers, third parties, etc.

Key skills and qualifications:

  • A minimum of 300 UCAS points, A level maths at grade B or above with a minimum 2:1 honours degree expected or obtained in a numerical or semi- numerical degree(equivalent qualifications are accepted)
  • An interest in financial markets and conditions is essential
  • Self motivated, with an eagerness to learn and to keep up to date with the investment industry, market conditions etc. 
  • Ability to work well as part of a team, with strong communication skills 
  • Ability to work well under pressure, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks 
  • Takes ownership for work, always ensuring standards and deadlines are met and keeping others informed and up-to-date 
  • Ability to maintain a good work-life balance