Technology Analyst, Developed Markets Equity Research - Investment Director

at  ABRDN PLC

JOB DESCRIPTION

At abrdn, we empower our clients to plan, save, and invest for their futures. Through the expertise, insight, and innovation of our team, we help clients create more ways for money to make an impact. We aim to give them more confidence to achieve their goals and more clarity about what they need next. Our focus is on delivering outcomes that are more than just financial by investing sustainably to build a better world.

IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR AN ADJUSTMENT DUE TO A DISABILITY PLEASE LET US KNOW AS PART OF YOUR APPLICATION AND WE WILL ASSIST.

Job ID R0072028

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting into the Head of Developed Markets Research, the Investment Director position will form a key part of our Developed Markets Equity Research team, providing large-cap research coverage and idea generation for our portfolio teams. The role will cover companies listed in North America, Europe, and the UK, with a primary focus on the Information Technology sector. Team members are based predominantly in London, with others in Edinburgh, Boston, and Philadelphia, and the role could be based in any of those locations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Produce consistently high-quality fundamental research and generate compelling investment insights relevant to our strategies, using a combination of quantitative and qualitative analytical techniques.
• Monitor sector, country, and market developments and trends.
• Regularly engage with company management to enhance and refresh investment insights.
• Fully integrate environmental, social, and governance analysis into company research and develop a comprehensive understanding of the supporting tools.
• Collaborate with portfolio managers to shape research priorities and ensure an appropriate spread of ideas across strategies and regions.
• Comply with all regulatory, legal, corporate, and client mandates.