Insurance Sector Head - L/S Equity

Thurn Partners is looking for a Insurance Sector Head - L/S Equity

Job description

The Company

This global investment firm are expanding their equities capability, with a focus on fundamental long/short investing supported by quantitative research and portfolio construction tools. The approach prioritises flexibility, disciplined risk management, and stock-specific alpha.


As part of this expansion, the firm is appointing an Insurance Sector Lead to build and run coverage across the sector.


The business is organised around small, sector-focused teams that are supported by shared data, technology, and research resources. Investors operate in a collaborative environment with high transparency and accountability, and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to portfolio outcomes.


The Role

  • Generating and owning fundamental long/short ideas across the Insurance sector.
  • Conducting deep company, industry, regulatory, and balance-sheet analysis to source idiosyncratic alpha.
  • Actively contributing to portfolio construction, risk management, and position sizing, with full transparency into P&L.
  • Continually re-underwriting positions and rigorously challenging investment theses.
  • Leveraging systematic signals, alternative data, and quantitative tools to enhance idea generation and portfolio robustness.
  • Collaborating closely with other PMs and analysts, sharing insights and contributing to the broader investment ecosystem.


Your Profile

  • 5+ years of experience in Insurance coverage and a large depth of knowledge in the sector
  • Highly process-driven, with a distinct investment edge.
  • Deep expertise in your equity coverage universe.
  • Strong collaborator, eager to build relationships within a dynamic team.
  • Naturally curious, with a passion for deep fundamental research.


Pre-Application Requirements

  • This is a permanent role; contract applicants will not be considered.
  • Your application is subject to our privacy policy, found here:

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    https://www.thurnpartners.com/privacy-policy**

Extra information

Status
Open
Education Level
Secondary School
Location
London Area
Type of Contract
Full-time jobs
Published at
05-03-2026
Profession type
Accountancy
Full UK/EU driving license preferred
No
Car Preferred
No
Must be eligible to work in the EU
No
Cover Letter Required
No
Languages
English

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