Consumer Discretionary Investment Analyst

abrdn • Boston, MA

5d

About The Position

As a Consumer Discretionary Investment Analyst, you will take ownership of research coverage within the Consumer Discretionary sector across developed markets. This permanent role offers the chance to shape investment thinking from day one by generating differentiated insights, meeting senior company leaders and influencing portfolio decisions. It is a high-impact position that blends analytical rigour, creativity and global exposure, supporting your long-term growth as an investor and helping you invest in your tomorrow.

Requirements

• Significant experience producing deep fundamental equity research within the Consumer Discretionary sector.
• Proven ability to build detailed financial models and stress‑test investment theses using scenario analysis and advanced valuation techniques.
• Demonstrated experience engaging directly with C‑suite executives globally and extracting insights that materially shape investment views.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and work collaboratively within a research-driven environment.
• Experience influencing portfolio decisions through clear recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain active research coverage across the Consumer Discretionary sector, including monitoring sector developments and maintaining live recommendations.
• Produce high-quality fundamental research using both quantitative and qualitative analysis to generate differentiated investment insights.
• Engage directly with senior company management globally, including travel to key markets, to deepen understanding of business models and strategy.
• Integrate ESG considerations into company analysis and investment recommendations.
• Communicate clear, timely and persuasive investment views to portfolio managers to support long-term outperformance.

Benefits

• 40 days’ annual leave
• a 16% employer pension contribution
• a discretionary performance-based bonus (where applicable)
• private healthcare
• a range of flexible benefits – including gym discounts, season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed