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Global Sector Specialist
Global Sector Specialist
Who We’re Looking for
A talented and courageous stock picker with a solid understanding of fundamental research and financial modelling who loves working in a team environment where constructive challenge and diversity of views are highly valued.
Application Process
As part of your application, please submit a cover letter outlining your:
- Current sector exposure
- Background
For this role, we require someone with experience working across the Communications Services sector, or a closely related industry such as:
- Digital advertising
- Media
- Technology
About Schroders
Our Mission
We are a global investment manager committed to helping:
- Institutions
- Intermediaries
- Individuals
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Achieve:
- Goals
- Ambitions
- Prepare for the future
With our commitment to prosperity for our clients and society.
The Base
Our new HQ in the City of London opened in 2018. We combine:
- Proximity to our clients
- Ease of UK financial centre access
- Flexible working
The Team
The Global and International Equities team invests in listed equities globally, creating high-conviction portfolios driven by bottom-up stock selection. We also specialise in sector strategies.
As of 31st March 2026, our team manages ~$125 billion.
Investment Philosophy
We believe stocks that deliver positive earnings surprises will provide superior long-term returns.
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Our approach relies on:
- In-depth fundamental research to identify forward-thinking companies.
- Earnings surprise focus to observe short- and long-term growth potential.
- Multi-faceted risk factor evaluation, including operational, financial and non-financial risks.
We combine bottom-up analysis with proprietary research on structural themes such as:
- Demographics
- Disruptive innovation
- Climate change
Our portfolios typically exhibit a growth & quality bias.
What You’ll Do
- Serve as the primary source of idea generation for team portfolios, performing bottom-up fundamental stock selection.
- Collaborate with other in-house analysts, organised regionally by sector, and located near their markets.
- Analyse company attributes against global sector dynamics to identify the best companies—those delivering forward earnings growth exceeding market expectations.
- Present stock recommendations during research meetings.
- Portfolio Managers select high-conviction stocks for portfolio inclusion, with responsibility guided by the Global Sector Specialist but resting with the Portfolio Managers.
The Knowledge, Experience and Qualifications You Need
- A thorough grounding in:
- Fundamental stock analysis
- Financial modelling
- Growth-oriented stock selection
- Real conviction is critical for stock-picking, requiring a keen eye for detail.
- A proven track record of alpha generation.
The Knowledge, Experience & Qualifications That Will Help
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- Experience in analysing the Communications Services Sector.
- Detailed knowledge of stocks within the Communications Services sector and an understanding of:
- Factors driving earnings surprise
- Sector-specific dynamics
- Understanding of:
- Equity markets
- Investing through different market environments.
- Relevant qualifications such as:
- Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)
- Accountancy degree
What You’ll Be Like
- A strong team player who thrives in an environment where ideas are developed, debated, and challenged.
- Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) and strong advocacy abilities for:
- Presenting compelling cases
- Supporting stock recommendations (or against) for inclusion in portfolios.
- Willingness to embrace change, innovate, and try new approaches.
Culture & Inclusion at Schroders
We recognise potential regardless of background. Our purpose is to deliver excellent investment performance through active management. By fostering diversity of thought in an inclusive culture, we strengthen decision-making and achieve our goals.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
- Equal opportunities employer
- Valuing diversity of thought across age, disability, gender identity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and other protected characteristics.
- We’re welcome here—no matter who you are, you are wholeheartedly invited.
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