Long/Short Equity Analyst

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Long/Short Equity Analyst to join our Magellan Capital team in Dubai. We are a fast-growing DIFC-based hedge fund with a permanent capital base, giving us the agility to take long-term, high-conviction positions while actively pursuing long/short strategies. Our team invests across the capital structure in both public and private markets, with a strong emphasis on Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT). We are specifically looking for candidates with proven experience in the US equity markets, particularly in covering US large-cap TMT companies. Broader sector expertise, particularly in Consumer, will be considered an additional advantage. Our culture is entrepreneurial, ambitious, and collaborative. We value independent thinkers who thrive in a performance-driven environment and who can generate differentiated insights that drive returns.

The Role

This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of one of the region’s fastest-growing hedge funds, working closely with seasoned portfolio managers and senior investment professionals. As an Analyst, you will lead fundamental research in the TMT space, while contributing insights across other sectors such as Consumer. Play a key role in the investment process, from idea generation and financial modelling to portfolio construction and performance evaluation. Develop variant views by challenging consensus expectations and identifying catalysts that drive alpha on both the long and short side.

What We Look For

• Idea Generation & Research: Conduct deep-dive research on companies in TMT and adjacent sectors. Develop differentiated perspectives on business models, industry dynamics, and structural trends
• Financial Analysis & Valuation: Build and maintain detailed financial models, including scenario and sensitivity analyses. Apply valuation frameworks such as DCF, comps, and sum of the parts
• Investment Execution: Prepare and present investment theses, memos, and variant views to Portfolio Managers. Support in trade execution planning, including risk/reward analysis and catalyst mapping
• Portfolio Monitoring & Risk Management: Track ongoing performance of investments, update models, and reassess risk/reward profiles. Monitor key catalysts (earnings, regulatory changes, macro drivers) and recommend position sizing or exit strategies
• Market Awareness: Stay up to date with industry trends, technological shifts, and macro themes impacting TMT and consumer sectors. Engage with management teams, industry experts, and sell-side analysts to refine insights

Key Responsibilities

• Experience: 3–5 years of buy-side or sell-side equity research/analysis experience. TMT coverage strongly preferred, consumer sector exposure a plus. Must have US equity market experience, with direct coverage of US large-cap TMT companies. Candidates with only EU or India/MENA exposure will not be considered
• Education: Bachelor’s or master’s in finance, Economics, Business, or a related field from a top-tier institution, Academic excellence required (minimum 3.5 GPA, 2:1 Honors, or equivalent)
• Technical Skills: Strong financial modelling and valuation capabilities. Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and financial platforms (Bloomberg, FactSet, etc.)
• Analytical Skills: Exceptional ability to distil complex information into clear investment insights
• Work Ethic & Drive: Self-starter, detail-oriented, with the ability to perform under tight timelines
• Passion for Markets: Genuine interest in global equity markets, with a curiosity for structural trends in TMT and consumer industries
• Communication: Ability to clearly articulate investment ideas, both in written memos and live discussions with the investment team