Research Manager - Equity Research. LilyLifestyle

Research Manager Equity Research Competitive Salary + Benefits Leeds Permanent (37.5 hours per week) Full time (flexible working discussions welcome) An opportunity to make a difference

Due to internal progression and expansion we are seeking a future equity research colleague. As a Research Manager, you will be responsible for creating high-quality research material to support Portfolio Managers with stock selection and portfolio construction. This global sector role works with our six internally managed regional equity portfolios, producing and updating insightful written research using internal and external data, meeting performance metrics, supporting portfolio construction by adding new holdings and removing existing ones, all while ensuring compliance with the Border to Coast investment process, procedures and regulatory requirements.

You’ll work hand in hand with Portfolio Managers across our Internal Equity function, bringing ideas to investment team meetings, building relationships with management teams of current and prospective holdings, and proactively identifying and assessing new opportunities across the global sectors you cover.

As a customer‑owned and customer‑focused organisation, integrity is one of our values, as is a collaborative and sustainable approach. Our focus is to secure the pensions of over a million people and we are the largest UK asset manager outside London or Edinburgh, providing innovative investments that deliver sustainable returns over the long term.

• An established research professional with experience conducting investment research and bottom‑up fundamental equity analysis.
• Knowledge of and interest in a range of Global Equities sectors. In‑depth knowledge of Basic Resources (materials, metals & mining, EV supply chain), Chemicals and Energy sectors is desirable.
• Ability to create and communicate high‑quality written investment theses supported by comprehensive financial analysis.
• Keen interest in and understanding of investment markets, with an approach focused on identifying and maintaining long‑term, quality holdings and commitment to responsible investment and sustainability.
• Ability to satisfy regulatory requirements and comply with FCA Conduct Rules and Nolan Principles.
• The potential to inspire, mentor and develop research team colleagues.

At Border to Coast, you will receive competitive remuneration and excellent benefits:

• Vitality Health Insurance for all employees
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Critical Illness Cover
• Pension scheme
• Stunning Leeds city centre location only a short walk to the train station
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life Assurance of 6 times of salary
• Sustainable travel plans
• Range of discounts for Leeds gyms, shops and restaurants
• Hybrid working
• Onsite gym

We welcome applications from people of all experience levels and backgrounds and value diversity of thought. We are committed to an inclusive and engaging workplace, ensuring that colleagues maintain a work life balance. We encourage colleagues to progress, be themselves and be their best through personal and professional development.

Based in Leeds, Border to Coast is the largest LGPS pool in the UK. It is owned by 11 Local Government Pension Scheme funds (Partner Funds). The Partner Funds represent nearly 3,000 employers and over 1.1 million members. The Partner Funds have c.£65.3bn in investments, of which Border to Coast is directly responsible for the management or oversight of £55.4bn (as of 31 March 2025).