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Director, Research - True Cyclical Pod Lead (energy, commodities, chemicals, amongst other sectors)

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Director, Research - True Cyclical Pod Lead (energy, commodities, chemicals, amongst other sectors)
BNY, our culture empowers you to grow and succeed. As a leading global financial services company at the center of the world’s financial system we touch nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day around the globe, our 50,000+ employees bring the power of their perspective to the table to create solutions with our clients that benefit businesses, communities and people everywhere. We continue to be a leader in the industry, awarded as a top home for innovators and for creating an inclusive workplace. Through our unique ideas and talents, together we help make money work for the world. This is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Newton Investment Management is one of BNY Mellon Investment Management’s specialists, and they are a London / Boston based global investment house with expertise in a range of disciplines, including global, regional and emerging-market equities, multi-asset strategies, absolute return investing and global bonds. A global, thematic approach to investment helps them achieve long-term perspective on global financial markets and economies and identify areas of long-term risk and opportunity. Their belief is that responsible investment is better investment for clients and they consider ESG (environmental, social and governance) issues in relation to every company in which they invest. Newton is part of BNY Mellon Investment Management, one of the world's largest investment managers. We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Director, IM research – leading the True Cyclical Pod which encompasses Energy, Commodities, Chemicals, amongst other sectors, in our Global equity Research team. This role is located in London. Job Purpose Responsible for stock selection, focused on the True Cyclical areas of the market including Energy, Commodities, Basic Materials, Chemicals, amongst others, through rigorous investment analysis techniques. Delivering clear and accountable investment recommendations that support the portfolio construction effort, to agreed performance metrics. Key Responsibilities To deliver clear and accountable equity investment recommendations, to agreed performance metrics. To follow independent thought processes to reach well-argued investment conclusions. To continually refine and improve the stock selection analysis and investment process. Maintain a thorough knowledge of the process, products, trends and developments within the industry researched. To develop a clear view of the competitive position of both companies and products and of the capabilities of management. To have an understanding of the strategic position of the industry within the global economy. Able to work independently and collaboratively in a team. To lead the True Cyclical Pod, setting the research agenda for team mates across the pod To actively contribute to the relevant internal Investment meetings, thematic research, ESG, the research recommended lists and our strategic and economic frameworks. To make clear and focused stock recommendations suitable for the investment requirements of the house and maximising the return for our clients. To lead on the investment ideas initiated, while involving colleagues in the debate. To support investment ideas with timely and well-written research and to be responsive to research prioritisations. To represent the team and Newton, internally and externally to clients and stakeholders. To manage meetings with companies, ensuring that the meeting is well run, has appropriate attendance and facilitates an effective dialogue. Meeting notes must be circulated in accordance with House procedures. To undertake research which is creative, imaginative and value additive and not merely maintenance-oriented. To present investment information to Clients and Consultants in a clear and concise manner, tailoring the information presented to the audience's requirements. To liaise with Sales and Marketing as required. To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following: Investment Management experience in a similar role In depth knowledge of the Tech Hardware / Semiconductor sector
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