Research Manager at KCB Bank Kenya – July 2025

JOB PURPOSE

Reporting to the Research Analyst, the job holder will carry out the research function within KCB Investment Bank Limited. The Research Analyst will ensure that the research reports of the Company are accurate and complete, and that every research report is an accurate reflection of the transaction(s) it represents. The position provides intelligence and present insight in a way that both internal and external customers can understand. The candidate will work closely with the Dealers team to develop trading ideas and ensure that clients receive sound financial advice

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act as a consultant to the Dealers by understanding the financial markets and providing them with actionable research findings of key market trends and opportunities
• Summarize market research results and present findings to both internal and external for trading insights
• Ensure the integrity of data gathering, the correct interpretation of market research findings
• Keep up-to-date on industry and sector trends and research methodologies.
• Produce industry/role-specific research as necessary
• Conduct strategic analysis of market, market segment and regional/country trends
• Review the forecast methodology, construct and maintain forecasting models
• Analysing and synthesizing financial and operating information about companies and sectors in order to gain insights and develop opportunities for clients
• Build detailed financial models in support of capital markets investment instruments
• Perform valuation analysis using various methodologies including DCF and market multiples
• Originate capital markets research reports in support of client investment ideas
• Undertake detailed economic, sectorial and company research & analysis in support of capital markets products
• Monitor Securities market performance and interpret financial reports as necessary
• Keep up-to-date on industry and sector trends and research methodologies.
• Conduct strategic analysis of market, market segment and regional/country trends
• Analyzing and synthesizing financial and operating information about companies and sectors in order to gain insights and develop opportunities for clients
• Build detailed financial models in support of capital markets investment instruments
• Originate capital markets research reports in support of client investment ideas and produce industry/role-specific research as necessary
• Any other duty as may be assigned by Head of Brokerage on ad hoc basis.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must have a business related degree from an institution recognized by Commission for Higher Education.
• Must have a professional qualification in CFA / ACCA / CPA (K) or MBA is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Financial Services Industry; 2 years’ of which must have been in conducting research.
• Have 2 years’ management level experience.
• Appreciation of Research methodologies
• Team player with demonstrated work ethics; consistently demonstrates a high level of professionalism.
• Effective prioritization skills to meet a complex set of business demands and demonstrate delivery against multiple objectives.
• Assertive, self-motivated with desire to succeed in a fast-paced financial services environment.