Director of Research

Posted:
2/19/2025, 4:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Shanghai, Shanghai, China ⋅ Shanghai, China

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Business & Strategy ⋅ Product

The key job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Collect in-depth insights from global fundamental research team, potentially grow into PM
  • Lead local research efforts for onshore research projects.
  • Develop and enhance in-house process to meet onshore regulatory requirement.
  • Engage in team-based problem solving, information sharing, and research discussions.
  • Be the ambassador of AB Equity research, meet with gatekeepers, institutional investors, and medias.
  • Collaborate with production of marketing and client communication materials.
  • Collaborate with Product Development, Sales team and other counterparties on new product design.
  • Meet with research providers, data vendors, industry leaders, etc.
  • Uphold AB’s fiduciary obligations, adhere to our Code of Conduct and uphold AB’s reputation as a representative with clients and in the broader industry.
  • Promote an appropriate diversity and inclusion culture in the firm. AB values diversity of backgrounds, diversity of experience and diversity of thought.

Job Qualifications:

The successful candidate will have:

  • An MBA or comparable degree, and/or 8+ years of business experience in investment management.
  • Preferably generalist research experience through equities research.
  • Deep knowledge of the Chinese capital market and the competitive landscape of the FMC industry (knowledgeable on global capital markets would be a plus)
  • Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently but also as a member of a team in a dynamic, informal and fast-changing environment. We encourage vigorous and open debate among members of our team in an atmosphere of mutual respect.
  • A passion for ongoing learning and development.
  • Willingness to travel for client meetings and roadshows
  • Languages: Fluent in Mandarin, business level English proficiency
Shanghai, China