Principal Economist

Principal Economist | Pretoria A leading asset management organisation is seeking a Principal Economist to provide macroeconomic research, financial markets analysis and investment strategy insights to support informed investment decision-making. The successful candidate will provide economic thought leadership, develop forecasting models and deliver insights on market trends, asset classes and strategic investment opportunities. Key Responsibilities Conduct macroeconomic analysis and provide economic outlooks impacting asset classes including equities, fixed income, money markets and foreign exchange. Develop forecasting, econometric and scenario models to support investment strategies. Provide economic input into asset allocation, investment strategy formulation and reviews. Conduct research on investments, financial markets and key economic developments. Produce thought leadership reports and economic insights. Lead, mentor and manage a team of economists. Requirements Master’s degr...