Principal Economist | Pretoria

A leading asset management organisation is seeking a Principal Economist to provide macroeconomic research, financial markets analysis and investment strategy insights to support informed investment decision-making.

The successful candidate will provide economic thought leadership, develop forecasting models and deliver insights on market trends, asset classes and strategic investment opportunities.

• Conduct macroeconomic analysis and provide economic outlooks impacting asset classes including equities, fixed income, money markets and foreign exchange.

• Develop forecasting, econometric and scenario models to support investment strategies.

• Provide economic input into asset allocation, investment strategy formulation and reviews.

• Conduct research on investments, financial markets and key economic developments.

• Produce thought leadership reports and economic insights.

• Lead, mentor and manage a team of economists.

• Master’s degree in Economics, Econometrics, Finance & Investments or related field (CFA/MBA advantageous).

• 8–10 years’ relevant experience, including 3 years at senior management level.

• Strong expertise in macroeconomics, econometrics, financial markets and investment strategy.

• Experience leading and managing an economics/research team.