Associate Investment Risk Research and Analytics

Investment Management Corporation of Ontario

$70K — $100K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in quantitative discipline; master's preferred.
  • 1-3 years in investment risk analysis and reporting.
  • Experience with portfolio and risk modeling techniques.
  • Proficient in SQL, Python, MATLAB, VBA, or C++.
  • Highly skilled in Microsoft Office and data visualization tools like Power BI.
  • Knowledgeable in investment risk management across asset classes.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Develop investment risk dashboards for effective monitoring.
  • Assist in reporting on investment policy limits and portfolio analytics.
  • Support daily production and reporting of risk metrics.
  • Prototype new risk management analytics and reporting solutions.
  • Maintain modeling processes for new and existing trades.
  • Integrate risk analytics into reporting processes with investment teams.
  • Conduct ad hoc analysis in support of investment validations.

Benefits

  • Participation in an annual incentive plan.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Defined benefit pension plan.
  • Hybrid work model with a collaborative office environment.
  • Focus on professional growth and personal wellbeing.
Full Job Description
As part of the Investment Risk Research and Analytics team, the Associate, Investment Risk Research and Analytics will contribute to research, development, and deployment of all investment risk reporting and analytics in support of IMCO's stakeholders. The Associate will be responsible for designing, developing and deploying investment risk reporting solutions. The role also requires participation in modeling of new holdings and supporting daily risk production and reporting. We are seeking an individual with broad capital markets knowledge, exposure to investment risk systems, and the technology and data required to support them. A drive to improve existing processes and attention to detail are desired. As a Member of Our Team, You Will: - Participate in the development of an investment risk dashboard for monitoring investment risk related issues, enabling investment risk to be fully incorporated into the investment decision making process. - Assist in the maintenance and delivery of Investment policy limit monitoring and client reporting, including portfolio analytics, stress testing, and concentration risk metrics. - Support daily risk production and reporting for the risk system. - Prototype new risk management analytics, methodologies, and reporting solutions. - Participate in the set-up and maintenance of modelling for new and existing trades, with other members of the Investment Risk team. - Work with Investment Risk Support and Investment teams to integrate and enhance Front Office risk analytics into the reporting process. - Understand and anticipate the impact of system and model changes on risk analytics and reporting. - Perform ad hoc analysis and research in support of investment target validation and policy review, testing the appropriateness of various strategy benchmarks, client target SAA, etc. - Partner with stakeholders to drive and support change and to assist in meeting IMCO's objectives. What do you need to succeed? - Strong academic background including a minimum of a bachelor's degree in a quantitative discipline (mathematics, statistics, quantitative finance, or equivalent). A master's degree in a quantitative discipline is preferred. - 1-3 years of experience working in investment risk analysis, reporting, and technology. - Demonstrated portfolio and risk modelling skills. - Proficiency in SQL, Python, MATLAB, VBA, SAS, C++ or equivalent. - Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, Bloomberg/Refinitiv/Capital IQ, database tools and Microsoft Power BI. - Working knowledge of investment risk management and performance attribution, reporting principles and practices across asset classes/strategies and markets (public and private). - Ability to identify, evaluate and resolve complex issues and problems with strong analytical skills. - Ability to think independently and take initiative to seize opportunities and minimize issues. - Strong collaborative skills. - Excellent communication skills with the ability to report complex information clearly and concisely. The base salary range for this position is CAD $70,000.00 - $100,000.00. The placement within the range is determined by the range of market pay for the specific position, as well as the candidate's knowledge, skillset and experience relative to the requirements of the position and to internal peers. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible to participate in IMCO's annual incentive plan. As a candidate, you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you with the specific details for this position, as well as the total rewards offering at IMCO including our comprehensive benefits package and defined benefit pension plan. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Our hybrid work model prioritizes an office-first approach, encouraging employees to make the most of our collaborative workspace at 16 York Street, Suite 2400, Toronto, ON M5J 0E6. This welcoming environment fosters teamwork, connection, and professional growth. While flexibility remains a key component of our model, we believe that regular in-office engagement enhances productivity and strengthens our culture. Our approach supports a fulfilling lifestyle that balances professional ambition with personal wellbeing.

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