Karan Sharma

A highly motivated professional with experience of working most recently for MarketAxess, with an understanding of investment strategies, financial modelling, securities, risk management and client relationship development. Solid ability in gathering and analysing complex data to identify trends and create research reports, presentations, projections and recommendations on entities and stocks. Thrives on working in challenging environments and performing to an exceptional standard both independently and as part of teams on projects/assignments through full lifecycles.

 Strong knowledge relating to quantitative data / statistical analysis, financial models, valuations of firms, security issuance and M&As, with sound understanding of the fundamental principles of economic theory.

 Undertaking research analysis, drawing insights and presenting conclusions clearly for review by stakeholders.

 Supporting projects through full lifecycles in line with best practice to meet core aims and objectives successfully.

 Working cohesively within teams liaising with internal / external personnel and achieving all targets / KPIs.

 Clear communicator with colleagues, clients and senior management personnel to build professional relationships.

 Understanding of security, sensitivity and confidentiality in relation to providing information to different stakeholders.

 Proficiency in the use of IT / software packages including the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), VBA, Bloomberg and X-Trader.

 Multilingual capabilities in English (Fluent) and Punjabi (Fluent).

 Good team player with an abundance of personal energy, passion and drive.

MSc Investment Banking - Pass

BA Applied Economics with Politics - First Class