Research Analyst

Senior Analyst Equity Research (GCC & Middle East Banking) | Financial Modelling | Noida Hybrid

Location: Noida (Hybrid Model)

Experience Required: 4+ Years

Domain: Banking | Equity Research | Investment Research

GCC / Middle East Exposure Mandatory

Immediate Joiners Preferred

About the Opportunity

We are hiring a Senior Analyst Equity Research (GCC & Middle East Banking) for a confidential client in the global banking and financial research domain. This role offers direct exposure to GCC and Middle East banking markets, working closely with international investment banks, asset managers, and buy-side clients.

If you bring strong financial modelling from scratch expertise, deep understanding of banking fundamentals, and hands-on exposure to GCC markets, this is an excellent opportunity to work in a high-impact, global research environment.

Your Future Employer

A leading global research and advisory firm supporting investment banks, hedge funds, asset managers, and financial institutions across international markets, delivering investment-grade research and analytical insights.

Key Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end equity research coverage on GCC & Middle East banking sector

Initiate coverage reports, earnings previews/reviews, sector updates, and thematic research

Build and maintain advanced integrated 3-statement financial models from scratch

Perform DCF valuation, comparable company analysis, and relative valuation frameworks

Conduct detailed financial statement analysis to identify earnings drivers, risks, and red flags

Track GCC & Middle East banking regulations, macroeconomic indicators, and sector trends

Perform peer benchmarking and competitive positioning analysis

Analyse earnings calls, investor presentations, annual reports, and regulatory filings

Deliver high-quality, investment-grade research within strict turnaround timelines

Collaborate with senior analysts and global stakeholders to enhance analytical rigor

What We Are Looking For

4+ years of experience in Equity Research / Investment Research Banking Domain

Mandatory experience covering GCC & Middle East Markets

Strong expertise in Financial Modelling from Scratch (3-statement model, DCF, Comps)

Strong understanding of IFRS / US GAAP and banking fundamentals

Hands-on experience with Bloomberg / Capital IQ / FactSet / Refinitiv

Strong written and verbal communication skills

CA / CFA (Level II or above) / MBA Finance preferred

Immediate joiners or candidates with short notice period highly preferred

Whats in It for You?

Direct exposure to GCC & Middle East investment banking and buy-side clients

Opportunity to work on high-impact, cross-border equity research assignments

Hybrid work model (Noida based)

Fast learning curve and strong international research exposure

Career growth in global banking and investment research domain

Apply Now

If this aligns with your career aspirations in GCC Banking Equity Research, share your updated CV at:

parul.arora@crescendogroup.in

Disclaimer: We are an equal opportunity recruiter. Due to high application volume, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within one week.