Equity Analyst – Single Manager Hedge Fund (European Activist) – London
A leading European activist hedge fund is actively seeking a high-calibre Equity Analyst to join its lean, high-performing team. This is a rare opportunity to work in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment with direct exposure to decision-makers and portfolio construction.
The Role:
You will play a key role in driving fundamental research and investment ideas across European equities, with a strong focus on under-researched, undervalued, or strategically misaligned companies. This role offers real ownership, deep company engagement, and the chance to contribute directly to an activist investment strategy.
Key Responsibilities:
Generate and develop high-conviction equity investment ideas across a broad range of European sectors (generalist coverage).
Conduct deep-dive fundamental analysis, financial modelling, valuation, and scenario testing.
Track, monitor and update investment theses, including ongoing contact with company management and stakeholders.
Support activist engagement strategies and develop persuasive, well-reasoned arguments to unlock shareholder value.
Collaborate closely with a small, senior team in a flat and fast-moving structure.
Candidate Requirements:
2-3 years’ buyside experience, ideally within a long/short equity fund, family office, or activist-focused investment firm.
A strong track record analysing European listed companies, with a preference for generalist coverage.
You must have exposure to activist strategies.
Strong commercial instincts, excellent financial modelling skills, and the confidence to defend your views at the highest level.
Entrepreneurial mindset with the resilience to work autonomously in a lean team structure.
If this role sounds interesting and in line with your experience,
please apply for the role by sending your CV in WORD format to fundmanagement@octaviusfinance.com