EMEA Equity Research – MENA Healthcare and Consumer – Analyst or Associate
Healthcare
Dubai, UAE
Hybrid
Full-time
Mid Level
4+ Years
Posted Jan 23, 2026
About the role
byteSpark.ai's client is seeking an individual to join their top-ranked Global Research franchise as an Equity Research Analyst or Associate, focusing on the dynamic MENA Healthcare and Consumer sectors. In this role, you will develop a deep expertise in equities and markets, working closely with senior analysts to produce insightful, actionable research for institutional clients. Your core responsibilities will include building and maintaining complex financial models, performing in-depth data analysis, and contributing to the publication of high-impact research reports. You will also communicate our team's investment theses to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, including investors and company representatives. This position offers significant early-career responsibility, comprehensive training, and a clear path for professional development within a collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment.
Requirements
- Proven experience in a sell-side or buy-side Equity Research role.
- Advanced proficiency in financial modeling, including building integrated three-statement models from scratch.
- Strong valuation skills using various methodologies (DCF, multiples, etc.).
- Excellent quantitative and analytical skills with high attention to detail.
- Demonstrable experience in writing comprehensive research reports and investment notes.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statement analysis.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with financial data providers such as Bloomberg or Refinitiv Eikon.
Desirable skills
- Specific experience or a strong, demonstrated interest in the Healthcare sector.
- Prior experience covering equities in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
- CFA designation or active candidacy in the CFA program.
- Experience presenting research findings and investment ideas to institutional clients.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
Role details
- Department
- Healthcare
- Location
- Dubai, UAE
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Job level
- Mid Level
- Experience
- 4+ Years
- Industry
- Finance
- Sub-industry
- Venture Capital & Private Equity Principals
- Compensation
- AED 25K-40K/month + visa and medical
Frequently asked questions
This recruitment process is being managed by byteSpark.ai on behalf of a hiring client in the financial services sector. byteSpark.ai is not the employer for this position. The client's identity and relevant company details will be shared with shortlisted candidates at the appropriate stage.
This is an Equity Research Analyst or Associate role focused on MENA Healthcare and Consumer companies. The position involves building and maintaining financial models, performing valuation and company analysis, contributing to published research, monitoring sector developments, and communicating investment views to institutional clients and internal stakeholders.
The strongest candidates will have direct sell-side or buy-side equity research experience, advanced financial modelling and valuation skills, strong accounting and financial statement analysis capabilities, and experience writing professional research reports or investment notes.
Direct Healthcare equity research experience is highly valuable, but candidates with a strong and demonstrable interest in the sector may also be considered. Previous MENA equity coverage, Consumer sector exposure, CFA progress, and experience presenting research to institutional investors are additional advantages.
We do not send automatic email confirmations after every application. The review process usually takes two to three weeks, depending on the client's priorities, role urgency, and the volume of relevant applications received.