Analyst, Investment Insights

Connor Clark and Lunn Financial Group

$85K — $120K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Undergraduate degree in finance, data science, or a quantitative field; CFA or FRM designation is a plus.
  • Deep knowledge in investment analytics, investment management, or data science.
  • Practical experience with modern analytics tools including Python, SQL, and data visualization tools like PowerBI or Tableau.
  • Passionate about technology with a commitment to continuous learning and innovation.
  • Strong problem solver who identifies patterns and generates insights from ambiguous data.
  • Effective communication skills to explain complex concepts to diverse stakeholders.
  • Ability to assess and mitigate process risks proactively.

Responsibilities

  • Develop analytics to enhance investment insights and affiliate manager effectiveness.
  • Build in-depth understanding of affiliate investment strategies and workflows.
  • Research and propose new analytic methodologies to improve decision-making.
  • Collaborate with investment managers on proofs of concept and iteratively refine solutions.
  • Work with the Platform and Methodology Team to scale newly developed analytics.
  • Utilize financial datasets to create comprehensive analytics covering various investment aspects.
  • Investigate complex issues in analytics methodologies and provide resolutions.

Benefits

  • High-impact work environment with growth opportunities.
  • Collaborative team culture that values input from all levels.
  • Opportunity to leverage cutting-edge technology and data science practices.
Full Job Description
We are looking for an Analyst to join our Investment Insights (II) team. In this position you will work with investment teams to create analytics that generate actionable insights. You will leverage your knowledge of investment analytics and data science to improve affiliate's investment processes. You will contribute across the full analytics delivery lifecycle with a focus on design and development. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-impact, high-skill team whose scope and impact continue to grow.

What You Will Do
  • Develop analytics that generate investment insights and improve affiliate investment manager effectiveness.
  • Build a deep understanding of affiliate investment strategies and workflows.
  • Proactively research and propose new analytic methodologies; identify opportunities to enhance decision-making and expand our analytics offering. Serve as a thought leader in investment analytics.
  • Collaborate with investment managers and senior leadership to iterate on proofs of concept.
  • Partner with the Platform and Methodology Team to productionalize and scale these analytics.
  • Leverage financial datasets and tools to create and enrich analytics. Current analytics include performance, attribution, portfolio risk and exposure, machine learning stock screeners, hypothetical scenario analysis, competitor analysis, liquidity risk, trade monitoring, ESG scoring frameworks, fee analysis, etc.
  • Investigate and resolve complex issues using your strong understanding of analytics methodologies.
  • Explain business logic and technical concepts clearly, adjusting your communication style for a given audience.
  • Apply AI where it adds value, such as, in financial modelling, anomaly detection, and natural-language database querying.

What You Bring
  • An undergraduate degree in finance, data science, or a quantitative field. Completion of a relevant designation, such as the CFA or FRM, is an asset.
  • You have deep knowledge in investment analytics, investment management, or data science.You are a systems thinker and take ownership of your work.
  • You have practical experience with the tools and systems used in modern analytics pipelines. Experience with Python, SQL, AI programming assistants (e.g. GitHub Copilot), automation and scheduling platforms (e.g. VisualCron, Prefect), data platforms (e.g. Databricks, Microsoft Fabric), and data visualization tools (e.g. PowerBI, Tableau) is an asset. Experience developing AI solutions is an asset.
  • Passionate about technology and are committed to continuous learning. You apply and integrate emerging technologies where they add value. You bring the "art of the possible" to solution design.
  • Strong problem solver who can identify patterns, generate insights, and approach ambiguous problems with structure and creativity.
  • You can communicate complex concepts clearly and build alignment across stakeholders at all levels. You have a collaborative spirit, can navigate different perspectives, and promote alignment toward common organizational
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate process risks, and escalate issues proactively when needed.
  • You can use judgement to make sound decisions in a timely fashion under ambiguity. You are self-directed, proactive, and comfortable proposing solutions.

The salary range for this position is $85,000-$120,000. The salary range provided reflects the base salary range for this position as required by legislation. In addition, there is an annual performance bonus which contributes to the total compensation for this position. Further questions may be directed to the HR team during the interview process.

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