Associate Vice President, Investment Research (Quant)

Job Description

Grade : D10

Referral Level : Level 1

Division : MI Investments Fixed Income & MAS

IGM Financial Inc. is one of Canada's leading diversified wealth and asset management companies with approximately $271 billion in total assets under managements.

The company provides a broad range of financial planning and investment management services to help more than two million Canadians meet their financial goals.

Its activities are carried out principally through IG Wealth Management and Mackenzie Investments

Under IGM Financial's unique business model based on leading brands and multi-channel distribution strategy is Mackenzie Investments, founded in 1967.

Mackenzie Investments is a holistic asset-management partner for thousands of Canadian financial advisors and the investors they support.

At Mackenzie Investments You Can Build Your Career with Confidence.

We have a vision and a strategy that will challenge the way business in this industry is done and help Canadians be successful in the ways that mean the most to them.

As part of our team, you will do some of your best work, develop some of your most valuable skills and give back in ways that make a difference in the lives of Canadians.

We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. for empowering our employees with the tools to thrive while working remotely, while also providing resources to ensure physical and mental wellness were put front and centre.

Join an unstoppable team that is embedded in continuous learning, understanding, and knowledge sharing. You will thrive in our supportive environment where you can indulge your curiosity to learn, while receiving the feedback you need to refine your skills and abilities.

We are dedicated to offering a hybrid work environment when applicable.

Mackenzie Investments is a diverse workplace committed to doing business inclusively - this starts with having a representative workforce! We encourage applications from all qualified candidates that represent the diversity present across Canada - including racialized persons, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender diverse and neurodiverse individuals, as well as all who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

Position :

Mackenzie Investments is seeking to add an experienced Quantitative Associate Vice President to its Multi-Asset Strategies Team.

As a member of this successful investment team your major responsibilities will be to contribute to quantitative analysis of equity portfolios and to enhance existing portfolio modeling, management, and monitoring systems.

Other responsibilities include supporting the Portfolio Managers and Investment Analysts :

• In conjunction with Portfolio Managers and Analysts in the investment department, assist in development of stock selection models for global large cap and small cap portfolios, as well as specific asset-selection models.
• Monitor research and events in the quantitative investment field with the goal of gaining investment and process insights that can enhance portfolio returns and risk management
• Present quantitative portfolio analysis and investment ideas to Portfolio Managers
• Create presentation documentation and quantitative analytic reports for Portfolio Managers
• Ad hoc research and portfolio related project work
• Enhance existing daily investment processes

Minimum requirements for this role include :

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in a quantitative discipline (such as Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Finance, Mathematics, or Physics)
• Minimum of 3 - 5 years of relevant experience in the Financial Services industry, asset management experience preferred
• Exceptional quantitative skills including programming, data analytics, and model-building; also, solid mathematical reasoning / understanding
• Candidate should be able to demonstrate that they are self-motivated and work independently
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work constructively and collaborate with others
• Advanced knowledge of programming in a Statistical Language / Libraries, especially Python
• Advanced Knowledge of Portfolio optimization / construction
• Strong Knowledge of FactSet is an asset
• CFA designation or progress towards such is an asset
• Masters / PhD degree is an asset

Please visit our career page by clicking on the following link : https : / / www.mackenzieinvestments.com / en / careers

We thank all applicants for their interest in Mackenzie Investments; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Mackenzie Investments is an accessible employer committed to providing a barrier free recruitment experience. If you require an accommodation or this information in an alternate format at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team who will work with you to meet your needs.

Please apply by September 20, 2024.

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