Equity Research Lead

About Solaris

Solaris is a multi-strategy investment platform covering equities, fixed income, private equity, and digital assets. We build a deep research team that delivers strong investment theses, accurate financial models, and high-quality insights for the Portfolio team.

Solaris is seeking an Equity Research Lead — someone capable of leading the research function, building research strategy, training analysts, and directly evaluating major investment opportunities in the Vietnamese market.

Role Overview

• Lead the Equity Research Team

• Build industry and thematic research strategies

• Deliver high-quality investment recommendations with clear valuation rationale

• Work closely with the CIO/PM to implement portfolio strategy

You will define Solaris research direction and be responsible for the quality of all research outputs.

Location:Vietnam (Hanoi)

Department:Research & Investment

Position Type:Full-time

Seniority:Lead / Team Leader

Reports to:Chief Investment Officer / Portfolio Manager

Key Responsibilities

1. Leadership & Team Management

• Assign sector coverage to analysts

• Train and review financial models, reports, and investment memos

• Ensure report quality and timely delivery

• Establish research standards and analytical processes

2. Company Analysis & Valuation

• Directly analyze key companies

• Build financial models (DCF, multiple valuation, scenario analysis)

• Assess business outlook, risks, and catalysts

3. Investment Strategy & Thinking

• Monitor market trends, industry cycles, money flows, and macro policy

• Develop thematic strategies such as:

• Consumer recovery

• Banking & credit

• Energy & infrastructure

• Real estate & cyclical recovery

• Propose high-conviction investment ideas

4. Portfolio Manager Support

• Recommend entry/exit prices, target & stop-loss levels

• Update investment thesis when company conditions change

• Monitor portfolio weightings and risks

5. Reporting & Internal Communication

• Prepare weekly/monthly market reports

• Provide insights during major events (earnings, policy changes, etc.)

• Join investment meetings with Leadership & PMs

Requirements

Experience

• At least 5 years of equity research experience

• Previous roles in: investment funds, securities firms, asset management, or IB

• Preferably with experience leading a research team or mentoring analysts

Education & Certifications

• Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or Investment

• CFA Level 2 or above preferred (Level 3 is a strong plus)

Skills

• Strong financial modeling proficiency

• Clear report-writing and communication skills (VN & EN)

• Ability to build strong, logical investment theses

• Critical thinking & risk assessment

• Team management & coaching skills

Personality

• Independent thinker, decisive

• Detail-oriented yet adaptable

• Proactive and highly responsible

• Passionate about markets and continuous learning

What Solaris Offers

• Attractive salary: Up to 2,000 USD/month depending on capability

• Performance-based bonus tied to portfolio results and contribution

• Direct involvement in investment decision-making

• Professional environment with advanced data access (Bloomberg/FiinPro)

• Career path toward Head of Research or Portfolio Manager

• Opportunities to join PE / multi-asset projects based on capability

How to Apply: Send your CV to email: [Confidential Information]e