Corporate Research (Consumer/Retail sectors)

A leading international bank is seeking an AVP to join its Corporate Research function, supporting on their Consumer & Retail sector coverage with a focus on macro, credit, and industry insights. The role combines thematic research, transaction support, and credit monitoring to influence both origination and risk decisions across EMEA.

Client Details

Our client is a global banking group with a strong presence across EMEA, offering a full range of corporate finance, investment banking, and capital markets solutions. Its Corporate Research function acts as an independent centre of excellence, delivering strategic industry insights to support business growth and protect the balance sheet.

The London-based team is part of a global network spanning EMEA, working closely with front office, credit, and senior stakeholders to inform decision-making across sectors and geographies.

Description

A brief overview of the role:

Support the production of industry and thematic research to inform business strategy and client engagement

Analyse macroeconomic and sector trends, translating insights into actionable recommendations

Contribute to transaction support through risk/return analysis and credit-focused assessments

Assist in identifying new business opportunities, including potential clients and financing activity

Produce regular short-form "flash" updates and longer-term thematic reports

Monitor sector developments and contribute to credit reviews and portfolio risk oversight

Build financial and statistical models to support analysis and decision-making

Engage with internal stakeholders across front office, credit, and international teams

Support senior analysts in meetings with corporates, advisors, and external market participants

Contribute to the adoption of new tools and data sources (e.g. AI, alternative data) to enhance insight generation

Profile

2-5 years' experience in research, credit analysis, consulting, or a related field

Strong understanding of financial statement analysis, credit frameworks, and corporate finance

A European language is highly advantageous

Demonstrated ability to analyse macro and industry trends and link them to business implications

Experience producing written research or insights (e.g. sector reports, market commentary)

Awareness of sector dynamics (consumer/retail exposure beneficial)

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail

Proactive mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Strong communication skills and ability to engage with senior stakeholders

Job Offer

Competitive base salary with performance-related bonus

Opportunity to influence strategy, transactions, and credit decisions

Exposure to senior stakeholders, including clients and internal leadership

Structured development within a global research platform

Broad sector exposure with scope to expand coverage over time

Collaborative, international working environment with strong career progression opportunities