Analyst-Industry Research at IDFC FIRST Bank

Job Description

Job Requirements

Job Purpose

Industry Risk Analyst, with 4-10 years of relevant experience covering various industries/ sectors such as EPCs, Infrastructure (Roads, Ports and Airports/ Airlines), Metal & Metal Products, Automobiles & Ancillaries, Edible Oils, Energy (incl. Renewable Energy), Telecom, Textile, Pharmaceuticals, Financial Institutions (NBFCs, Capital Markets).

Key Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

Develop in-house expertise through incisive analysis of high-exposure industries and sectors in the bank’s portfolio.
Conduct sector-agnostic assessments covering demand-supply dynamics, cost structures, competitiveness, and regulatory frameworks.
Identify sectors under stress or recovery using early warning indicators, industry benchmarks, and peer reviews.
Provide medium-term outlooks on key parameters for high-exposure sectors.
Perform portfolio analysis to evaluate financial performance trends of companies within specific industries.
Develop industry-specific financial and operational metrics to support credit evaluation.
Present research findings and reports to senior management and other stakeholders.
Publish reports covering sector trends, auto sales data, commodity prices, industry health, and more.
Take ownership of regulatory submissions, including reports on stressed and correlated sectors.
Optionally participate in credit risk assessments for Financial Institution clients.

Secondary Responsibilities

Stay updated with market intelligence through peer networking and industry publications.
Recommend improvements to processes and policies to enhance operational efficiency and service quality.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to leverage synergies across the Wholesale Banking business.

What We Are Looking For

Education

Graduation: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Economics, Finance, Business, Statistics)
Post-graduation: MBA, CA

Experience

Minimum 4yrs relevant experience.

Skills and Attributes

Excellent research and analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex industry data
Strong understanding of macroeconomic and sectoral trends
Experience in preparing regulatory submissions and board-level presentations
Effective communication and presentation skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams
Proficiency in data visualization and reporting tools

Key Success Metrics

Timely publication and presentation of high-quality reports, including:
Industry-related trackers (e.g., corporate performance, share pledges, auto sales)
Policy and board presentations (e.g., stressed sectors, correlated sectors)
RBI submissions and economic/industry surveys

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the eligibility criteria for the Analyst-Industry Research job at IDFC FIRST Bank?

Eligibility typically includes the qualifications and experience outlined in the job description above, with around 5-10 Years years of relevant experience expected for this role.

What are the primary responsibilities of a Analyst-Industry Research at IDFC FIRST Bank?

The key responsibilities for this role are detailed in the Key Responsibilities section above, covering the core duties expected of a Analyst-Industry Research at IDFC FIRST Bank.

Is prior experience required for this position?

This role requires around 5-10 Years years of relevant experience, as specified in the job listing. Please refer to the Qualifications & Experience section above for full details.

What skills are important for this role?

Skills relevant to this position are outlined in the Qualifications & Experience section above. In general, strong communication, domain knowledge, and the ability to meet role-specific targets are valued across similar BFSI positions.

How do I apply for the Analyst-Industry Research role at IDFC FIRST Bank?

You can apply directly using the Apply Now button on this page, which will take you to IDFC FIRST Bank's application process for this role.

Analyst-Industry Research

IDFC FIRST Bank — Mumbai, MUMBAI