Investment Analyst (High yield bonds and equity)

Company Overview:

iA Global Asset Management (iAGAM), a subsidiary of iA Financial Group, is the place to take your career to new heights in a high-performance work environment. Our passionate teams are dedicated every day to ensuring that iAGAM is among the most competitive portfolio managers in the market. iAGAM employs over 100 seasoned investment professionals and has close to $100 billion in assets under management. It manages portfolios of general funds, segregated funds and mutual funds for iA Financial Group.

Description:

Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Investments you will be a member of the investment team managing approximately $4.5 billion in assets within iAGAM.

Major responsibilities will include:

• Performing quantitative and qualitative research and analysis of designated companies and industries with a focus on North American high yield bond and equity markets.

• Evaluating investments and opportunities based on the iAGAM’s Strategic Funds Investment Process

• Ad hoc research, analysis and portfolio related project work

• Developing and updating valuation and market related investment models

• Assisting in the development of monthly/quarterly/annual previews and summaries for clients

• Evaluation, analysis and preparation of periodic reports pertaining to portfolio performance and attribution of returns and general day-to-day discussions on key investment developments

• Participating in the sales process by supporting various distribution networks

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate for this role will have the following minimum requirements:

• Undergraduate degree required 

• 3 - 8 years of relevant work experience related to investment analysis

• Experience in fixed income is advantageous

Desired Profile:

• Skills and abilities required for the role include:  exceptional analytical research skills, curiosity and intellectual rigour, ability to work in a team environment, ability to react quickly and under pressure and must possess excellent communication skills

• Rigour:  In analysis and in constructing valuation models

• Communication:  Must possess outstanding verbal and written communication skills

• Candidates must be self-motivated and able to work independently

• A genuine passion for investment analysis is vital in this role. We seek individuals who are enthusiastic about evaluating financial data, uncovering opportunities, and driving informed decisions to help shape effective investment strategies.

To apply for this role, please ensure to upload your most recent resume outlining your experience in the high yield bonds and equity space and a one page long cover letter to outline your interest in this opportunity.

The base salary range for this role is: $100, 000 - $140, 000 for an Analyst level.

iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management.

With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate.

At iA, we’re invested in you.

At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability.

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