Hiring capital market analysts
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Explore all the resources you need to hire a capital market analyst — including ways to identify the right skills, write a job description, and ask detailed interview questions.
Businesses may call upon a capital market analyst to provide data that validates a strategic decision, or they may turn to the capital market analyst to explore risks and opportunities in a proposed venture. From day to day, a capital market analyst forecasts asset cash flow, analyzes funding models for capital spending projects, and assists with planning and budgeting activities. This trusted financial advisor brings strong hard skills in mathematics and technology, as well as soft skills in communication, problem-solving, and executive leadership.
You might hire a capital market analyst to:
- Identify new technologies and trends to aid with finance, hiring, and operations
Analyze and create reports for the board, investors, and department heads
Use financial modeling to forecast performance and solve operational challenges
Prepare cash flow models, develop financial terms and conditions, and review budgets
Skills and qualifications to look for in a capital market analyst
Although every organization has different needs, many recruiters and hiring managers look for capital market analysts with the following skills and qualifications. Understanding which skills and qualifications are required and which are preferred can help you determine the best-fit candidates.
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| Required skills and qualifications | Preferred skills and qualifications |
| Financial reporting and forecasting skills | Exposure to financial modeling to support fact-based financial recommendations |
| Ability to manage large datasets and clearly present key findings | Financial systems and database management experience |
| Capacity to work independently and with others | Knowledge of actuarial science |
| Attention to detail, with strong critical thinking and creative problem-solving abilities | Understanding of investment trends |
| Strong verbal and written communication skills | CPA, MBA, CFA, CTP credentials or equivalent |
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