DIVISIONAL OVERVIEW
Global Investment Research (GIR) provides investment recommendations by generating fundamental research and analysis of companies, industries, markets and economies. GIR analysts help our clients achieve superior returns through our creative, differentiated investment insights and ideas. Our clients include mutual funds, hedge funds and pension funds, among others.

POSITION – BUSINESS ANALYST (BA), ANALYST RESEARCH TRAINING PROGRAM
The Analyst Research Training (ART) program for Asia Pacific Equity Research is based in Singapore and is one of GIR’s main platform for the learning and development of our junior talent in Asia.
The role of the GIR Business Analyst based in Singapore is to support the Asia Pacific Equity Research team by compiling, summarizing, analyzing, and synthesizing data and other information to develop valuable insights and investment ideas for our clients. The role will focus not only on quantitative tasks such as developing financial and industry models, but also on contributions to the preparation and production of fundamental equity research reports. The Analyst Research Training (ART) program is two years in length. Upon the completion of an initial four week training program in Singapore, participants will be assigned to an equity research sector or thematic team. All roles are considered equal, and BAs are recruited to the program and placed in the team which best matches their skill set. All BAs will also participate in professional continuing education for the duration of the two-year program

QUALIFICATIONS
• College degree from a reputable university
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to demonstate exceptional analytical skills, lateral thinking, and judgment
• A proactive approach and a high level of enthusiasm and motivation for the financial markets
• Excellent skills in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to meet aggressive deadlines and work under pressure
• A high level of proficiency in a major Asian language is preferable. Such languages include Japanese, Mandarin, Indonesia Bahasa, Korean, Cantonese, Thai.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Please complete your application online at goldmansachs.com/careers by Sunday, 1 November, 2015. Choose “New Analyst” in position, “Global Investment Research” in division and “Singapore” in location.