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Occupation Code: 2413 Investment and Financial Analysis Consultant
Alternative titles: Investment and Financial Analyst, Investment Analyst Work environment
Job description and duties
Investment and Financial Analysis Consultants are responsible for carrying out quantitative analysis of data which has an impact on investment programmes. An Investment and Financial Analysis Consultant is typically expected to:
• Analyse and interpret financial information
• Provide advice on the suitability of specific investments to stakeholders on a regular
basis
• Assess each investment from a risk
perspective
• Ensure that investment profile information is
kept updated
• Report on the performance of investment
portfolios on a regular basis
• Liaise with and maintain professional
relationships with Investment Managers, Administrators and Custodians
Financial and Investment Consultants may work with financial institutions such as banks, insurance companies, securities firms and hedge funds. Employment may also be with organisations and entities operating in the public sector such as the Malta Communications Authority (MCA).
Financial and Investment Consultants typically work full-time. Working additional hours may be expected in order to meet deadlines.
Occupation data
Entry level education / special licences / warrants
To work as an Investment and Financial Analysis Consultant, a qualification at MQF Level 6 or higher in Banking, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Insurance and Risk Management or related areas is required. Training programmes include:
• Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) in Banking and Finance (University of Malta) (MQF Level 6)
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Financial Services Management (MCAST) (MQF Level 6)
Number of employees (2017)
198
Share of foreigners (2017)
30%
Job Outlook (2018 - 2022)
+26%
Median Pay (per annum)
€27,100
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