Our client, a leading asset management firm, is seeking a highly quantitative Investment Analyst to join their team in Cape Town. This role offers a unique opportunity to drive key elements of the strategic investment and portfolio construction process while working closely with a UK-based Investment Strategist and Portfolio Manager. Key Responsibilities Asset Valuation & Research: Build and enhance valuation models and analytical frameworks for strategic asset allocation; conduct research on macro themes and investment opportunities.Portfolio Construction: Develop and refine strategic benchmarks, model portfolios, decision trees, and optimization tools.Quantitative Modelling: Develop and maintain scenario frameworks and decision-support tools; perform back-testing and projections to inform asset allocation.Monitoring & Reporting: Monitor portfolios for alignment with risk budgets and strategic views; contribute to monthly and quarterly investment reporting.Collaboration: Work across teams with advisors and external managers to communicate modelling outputs and strategic recommendations clearly. Requirements & QualificationsEducation: A Bachelors or Honours degree in Actuarial Science, Quantitative Finance, Mathematical Statistics, or a similar quantitative discipline.Professional Progress: Actuarial progress (FIA/FASA) or postgraduate quantitative studies is considered advantageous.Experience: Minimum of 5 years in investments, actuarial modelling, quantitative research, or multi-asset investment processes.Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (modelling and automation).Strong programming skills in at least one analytical language such as Python, R, or MATLAB.Familiarity with investment data platforms like Bloomberg is beneficial.Knowledge: Solid understanding of financial markets, asset classes, and computational methods.Understanding of how AI and machine learning can enhance investment workflows and research.