Investment Associate

JOB DESCRIPTION

Company: Fundament Capital Investment Management

Division: Investment Management

Position: Investment Associate

Location: Cairo, Egypt (Hybrid)

Overview

Fundament Capital in Dubai is expanding its equity research capabilities and building out our Egypt team. We are hiring an Investment Associate to join our team and focus on public equities within the natural resources and commodity supply chain ecosystem.

This is a unique opportunity for experienced professionals with a strong foundation in equity research (buy-side or sell-side) and a proven ability to own and manage a coverage universe end-to-end—from financial modeling to investment recommendation. You will work directly with the Dubai-based investment team at Fundament Capital and contribute to both their Concentrated Natural Resources Strategy and Broader Buy Side Equity Research / Portfolio Management.

Key Responsibilities

Equity Research & Sector Coverage

• Take full ownership of assigned sectors and companies, including:
• End-to-end development and maintenance of financial models.
• Regular updates post-earnings and incorporation of new data points.
• Continuous tracking of company developments, KPIs, industry catalysts, and competitive positioning.
• Conduct thorough bottom-up fundamental analysis across listed equities in energy, metals/mining, agriculture, industrials, and chemicals.
• Monitor global macro and commodity trends impacting supply chains, pricing power, and capital allocation cycles.

Portfolio Contribution

• Work with the Dubai-based Portfolio Management team to contribute to both concentrated thematic strategies and broader equity coverage.
• Identify underfollowed or misunderstood opportunities across global and emerging markets.

Modeling, Reporting & Communication

• Build DCF and Relative Valuation models tailored to industry context and firm valuation approach.
• Support attribution analysis, performance reviews, and investment memos.
• Communicate findings with clarity, precision, and relevance to senior stakeholders.

Teamwork & Mentorship

• Collaborate with Junior Analysts and guide research direction to maintain high standards of analytical depth and investment judgment.
• Actively participate in internal knowledge sharing, team discussions, and weekly research reviews.

Candidate Profile

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a quantitative field.
• Required Experience: Minimum 2–4 years of equity research experience in a buy-side or sell-side setting.
• Demonstrated ownership of financial models and investment coverage — not just supporting but leading coverage responsibilities.
• Prior coverage in commodities, energy, industrials, or adjacent sectors is a strong advantage.
• Technical Skills: Advanced financial modeling in Excel with fluency in valuation frameworks.
• Comfortable with earnings tracking, KPI analysis, and Bloomberg.
• Soft Skills:
• Clear and persuasive written and verbal communication.
• Self-directed, highly accountable, and intellectually curious.
• Strong alignment with high standards, detail orientation, and long-term thinking.
• Certifications: CFA Charterholder or active candidate preferred.

What We Offer

• A front-row seat to shape and contribute to a concentrated, research-intensive investment strategy.
• Competitive compensation, access to senior decision-makers, and performance-based advancement.
• High-trust, meritocratic culture with real influence on investment direction.
• A fast-paced, collaborative environment where analytical rigor and independent thinking are prized.