Job Description

At Franklin Templeton, everything we do is focused on one thing \xe2\x80\x93 delivering better client outcomes. We do that by partnering closely with our clients, assessing their strategic needs, and identifying the solution or solutions that can meet the challenge. Over 9,500 employees working in 30 countries around the world are dedicated to servicing investment solutions for our clients in more than 155 countries. For more than 75 years our success has been a direct result of the talent, skills and persistence of our people, and we are looking for qualified candidates to join our team.

What is the Senior Analyst \xe2\x80\x93 Global Research Library in Global Research Library team responsible for?

Assist investment professionals across various Specialist investment managers (SIMs) and strategists with their research on companies, industries, and economies by utilizing depth and/or breadth of expertise and practical knowledge of research databases and investment processes.

Works independently and/or under the aegis of a senior team member and develops sector / region level knowledge at an intermediate level.

The complexity of tasks range from simple retrievals to medium-to-complex research requests such as information mining, data gathering, producing curated content, development and maintenance of models.

What are the ongoing responsibilities of a Senior Analyst \xe2\x80\x93 Global Research Library?

Support investment professionals and strategists with their research responsibilities on companies, industries, economies, and topics by building expertise on a sector / region.

Become the focal point of contact for research on an assigned sector.

Develop strong level of understanding with the investment styles of different investment teams. Be flexible to support where and when needed as investment focus and time-demands shift

Manage a high volume of monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad hoc client deliverables as well as the client requests.

Lead research assignments by partnering with senior team members.

Utilize data visualization tools and techniques to create compelling data driven stories on economies, industries, indices, and companies.

Look for ways to improve service levels and client experiences by regularly soliciting feedback via client outreaches.

Develop and maintain relationships with investment professionals and strategist by regularly soliciting feedback on assignments and accordingly incorporating them to improve service levels.

Proactively assist investment professionals and strategist by sharing information that\xe2\x80\x99s deemed fit for their consumption based on your understanding of their needs.

Partner with senior team members in the identification and acquisition of new clients

Lead mini projects and assignments under the aegis of senior team members.

Train junior team members as and when need arises.

What ideal qualifications, skills & experience would help someone to be successful?

7-11 years in the financial markets with minimum 4 year in a research support role

Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Arts, Science, Commerce or Engineering

Master\xe2\x80\x99s degree / Post graduate diploma in Arts, Science, Commerce or Engineering.

CFA Level I Candidate, ESG certificates

Intermediate level awareness of common data sources & investment research systems [Bloomberg, FactSet, Factiva, Nexis]

Statistical programming including intermediate skill in common tools & languages (Ex. R, Python, Excel, PPT etc.)

Pleasant personality with good verbal and written communication skills

Advanced level understanding of Macroeconomic and industry indicators

Advanced level understanding of company financials and fundamental research technique.

Team player and a voracious reader with an avid interest in markets and economies.

Job Level - Individual Contributor

Work Shift Timings - 2:00 PM \xe2\x80\x93 11:00 PM IST

What makes Franklin Templeton Investments unique?

In addition to the dynamic and professional environment at Franklin Templeton, we strive to ensure that our employees have access to a competitive and valuable set of \xe2\x80\x94the mix of both monetary and non-monetary rewards provided to you in recognition for your time, talents, efforts, and results.

Highlights of our benefits include:

• Professional development growth opportunities through in-house classes and over 150 Web-based training courses
• An educational assistance program to financially help employees seeking continuing education
• Medical, Life and Personal Accident Insurance benefit for employees. Medical insurance also cover employee\xe2\x80\x99s dependents (spouses, children and dependent parents)
• Life insurance for protection of employees\xe2\x80\x99 families
• Personal accident insurance for protection of employees and their families
• Personal loan assistance
• Employee Stock Investment Plan (ESIP)

\xe2\x80\x9cLocation specific benefits\xe2\x80\x9d as mentioned below

• Onsite fitness center, recreation center, and cafeteria
• Cricket grounds and gymnasium
• Library
• Health Center with doctor availability
• HDFC ATM on the campus

Franklin Templeton Investments is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite you to visit us at to learn more about our company and our career opportunities.

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