Description

• A newly set up Hedge Fund founded by industry veteran in Hong Kong
• Directly mentored by the founder

About Our Client

Our client is a newly established, founder-led hedge fund focused on fundamental, research-driven investment strategies. The firm operates with a lean structure, offering analysts direct exposure to portfolio construction, security selection, and investment decision-making alongside the CIO & PM.

Job Description

• Conduct fundamental investment research on public equities and/or other relevant asset classes
• Build and maintain financial models (3-statement models, valuation, scenario analysis)
• Prepare investment memos, research summaries, and market updates for the CIO
• Assist with idea generation, screening, and due diligence
• Monitor portfolio positions, earnings releases, and key market developments
• Support risk analysis, performance attribution, and post-investment reviews
• Handle ad-hoc analytical and operational tasks in a start-up hedge fund environment

The Successful Applicant

Required Qualifications

• Recent graduate (or graduating soon) from a top-tier US university
• Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Mathematics, Engineering, or related field
• Strong understanding of financial statements, valuation methodologies, and capital markets
• High proficiency in Excel; financial modeling skills required
• Near-native fluency in both English and Chinese (Mandarin) - written and spoken
• Ability to read and analyze Chinese and English financial materials, filings, and research
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate investment ideas
• Demonstrated interest in hedge funds, investing, and global financial markets

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or relevant experience in investment banking, asset management, hedge funds, equity research, or consulting
• Familiarity with Python, VBA, or data analysis tools
• Knowledge of US, China, and broader Asia-Pacific equity markets
• CFA Level I candidate or strong intent to pursue the CFA Program

Personal Attributes

• Highly motivated, intellectually curious, and self-driven
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, unstructured, founder-led environment
• Strong attention to detail and high professional standards
• Ability to think independently and challenge assumptions
• Maturity and discretion in working closely with a Founder and senior stakeholders

What's on Offer

• Direct mentorship from the Founder (CIO & PM)
• Early exposure to real investment decision-making
• Steep learning curve with meaningful responsibility
• Opportunity to grow with the firm long-term
• Competitive compensation relative to experience