Aqil Taiyeb
About Aqil Taiyeb
Aqil Taiyeb is an Equity Research Associate at Jefferies in London, with a background in auditing and a strong foundation in physics and accounting.
Title and Current Roles
Aqil Taiyeb holds the position of Equity Research Associate at Jefferies, based in London, United Kingdom. Since 2018, he has been contributing to the firm's equity research, particularly focused on UK and European banks. Alongside this role, Aqil Taiyeb is also serving as a Senior Audit Associate at KPMG UK, where he has been employed since 2014. His dual roles in these prestigious firms underscore a versatile expertise in both equity research and audit functions.
Educational Background
Aqil Taiyeb has a comprehensive academic background in both the sciences and finance. He earned a Master's degree (MPhys) in Physics from the University of Oxford, where he studied from 2010 to 2014. This strong foundation in analytical problem-solving has been beneficial in his financial career. He further pursued a Graduate Diploma in Accounting (GDA) at BPP University from 2014 to 2015 and attained the ACA qualification from the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales between 2014 and 2017.
Professional Experience
Before his current roles, Aqil Taiyeb gained significant experience at KPMG UK. He completed an Audit Internship in 2013, which laid the groundwork for his future career. His experience in the audit field expanded when he became a Senior Audit Associate in 2014. Over the years, he has contributed to both audit and equity research, utilizing his skills to provide in-depth analysis and reports on financial institutions.
Technical Skills and Financial Analysis
In his professional capacity, Aqil Taiyeb leverages advanced skills in Excel VBA to enhance data analysis efficiency. His expertise extends to utilizing Matlab for complex statistical analysis, which is crucial in conducting thorough financial research. His background in physics further aids his ability to solve analytical problems. Additionally, Aqil Taiyeb's high GMAT score of 770 highlights his strong quantitative and analytical skills, critical for his roles in equity research and audit.