Junior Investment Strategist - Toronto, Canada - THE EMPIRE LIFE INS. CO

THE EMPIRE LIFE INS. CO

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Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Junior Investment Strategist

What you'll be working on- Collect and analyze industry, company and economic information from a variety of sources including websites, institutional research, corporate reports and industry publications- Prepare formal and ad hoc written reports for the team on industry and sector trends- Communicate market positioning ideas to Investment Strategist- Learn main drivers of different sectors and geographies- Build and maintain chart package to be used in presentations- Use tools like Bloomberg, Excel and Python to collect and analyze data to help Investment Strategist and team draw useful conclusions- Organize available information and data effectively in order to build and maintain spreadsheet models for both valuation and monitoring purposes- Present conclusions to Investment Strategist and team- Keep abreast of portfolio strategy, developments in the Canadian and Global economic and political environment and fluctuations in the capital markets- Maintain statistics on the various indicies regarding exposures, valuation parameters and other metrics.- Perform other special projects related to investment or theme ideas for the Investment Strategist as required- Support Investment Strategist in preparing client informational pieces- Support Investment Strategist in marketing investment capabilities including making presentations to existing and potential clients- Prepare materials for Company Board of Directors meetings- Contribute in Strategy meetings

Develop skills in derivatives to be able to support Investment Strategist and team with ideas

What you'll need to have- 0-5 years work experience in investments within the financial services industry- Highly curious and motivated to learn- CFA or working towards Well-developed mathematical skills- Strong research, financial modeling, risk management and derivative scenario concept skills or highly motivated to learn- Clear written and verbal communication skills and ability to present information clearly to a diverse audience- Ability to plan tactically and/or plan strategically- Attention to detail/accuracy- Ability to think logically, analyze and/or solve problems- Basic Python skills desirable

Working Conditions- Office environment- Prolonged periods of concentration and attention to detail- Travel may be required- May be required to work extended hours

Beyond the salary:

For regular full-time positions, Empire Life offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including:

Benefits Plan
Pension Plan
Social Club
Learning & Development
Current Career Opportunities
Career Choices

Get to know us:

We are one of the top 10 life insurance companies in Canada and offer an environment that encourages the pursuit of personal and professional success.

At the heart of that success is our focus on customers; we provide protection and financial security for Canadians—with a personal touch.

We acknowledge and reward talent, and support our employees in achieving and exceeding individual and organizational goals.

Our goal is to make Empire Life a great place to work, learn and grow, where people can be their true selves, feel they belong and have equal opportunity for growth in their careers.

We're also committed to supporting an inclusive workplace that values diversity.

If you're looking for an exciting opportunity and the chance to build a career in an innovative and dynamic organization, submit your resume by clicking on Apply.