Investment Analyst (Quantitative)

Mackenzie Financial Corporation

$80K — $95K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, Economics, Statistics, or other quantitative field (Advanced degree a plus)
  • 0-3 years of quantitative equity experience
  • Advanced Python programming skills and SQL database knowledge
  • Familiarity with Bloomberg, Factset, Axioma
  • Demonstrates a proactive, entrepreneurial spirit in an established firm setting
  • Highly detail-oriented with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Create quantitative tools for portfolio construction and monitoring with Portfolio Managers and Analysts
  • Support daily portfolio management activities
  • Develop stock selection models for several markets including Emerging, Global, and US portfolios
  • Present investment analysis and ideas to Portfolio Managers
  • Monitor quantitative investment research and events for insights
  • Understand global macroeconomics to enhance portfolio risk-adjusted returns

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary and performance-weighted bonuses
  • Comprehensive health and dental insurance with flexible options
  • Voluntary Group RRSP with employer matching
  • Paid volunteer days and wellness time off options
  • Supportive hybrid work environment with flexible arrangements
  • Culture focused on team, accountability, and diversity engagement programs
Full Job Description
Job Description

Referral: Level 3

Location: Boston, Massachusetts, (USA)

Mackenzie Investments' fast growing Global Quantitative Equity boutique based in Boston, MA is looking for an Investment Analyst (Quantitative). This team manages 30 billion AUM, and utilizes a bottom-up, fundamental quantitative approach and efficient trade execution in seeking to generate alpha. Consisting of a blend of seasoned industry professionals with lengthy track records and tech-savvy recent graduates, the team implements traditional and alternative strategies in global and emerging markets.

The Investment Analyst will be responsible for building and maintaining portfolio management processes and analytics. As a member of this investment team, you will develop and enhance systems that power alpha modeling, portfolio construction and monitoring, combining human judgement with systematic and automated processes.

The ideal candidate is passionate about investments, driven, very detail-oriented, innovative and creative, a strong team player, humble, and possesses strong decision-making skills and the highest standard of honesty and integrity. She/he is engaged and motivated by achieving excellence as part of a dynamic team, one which continuously strives to be the best in the field.

Primary responsibilities
  • In conjunction with Portfolio Managers and Analysts on the team, create robust quantitative tools and infrastructure used to construct and monitor portfolios
  • Support day-to-day portfolio management activities
  • Assist in development of stock selection models for Emerging Markets, Global, International and US portfolios
  • Present analysis and investment ideas to Portfolio Managers
  • 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
  • Understand global macroeconomics and global financial markets with the goal of generating insights to improve risk adjusted returns of portfolios


Minimum requirements
  • Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, Economics, Statistics or other quantitative discipline (Advanced degree welcome)
  • 0 - 3 years of quantitative equity experience
  • Advanced knowledge of programming (Python), database knowledge (SQL)
  • Knowledge of Bloomberg, Factset, Axioma
  • A "can do" attitude as part of an entrepreneurial group within an established firm
  • Meticulous attention to detail and flexibility to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills


Mackenzie Investments offers an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive base salary, performance-based bonuses, excellent benefits, recognition for your accomplishments, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Mackenzie is dedicated to offering a hybrid work environment when applicable.

Work Authorization: We are open to hiring candidates on F-1 OPT and will sponsor H-1B visas for qualified candidates.

Benefits:
  • COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION & RECOGNITION: competitive base salary, performance-weighted bonus, education/career support, option to join Employee Share Purchase Plan with employer matching component.
  • EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & INSURANCE: competitive health and dental coverage, flexible plan for you and your family and short-term & long-term disability plans.
  • RETIREMENT SAVINGS PROGRAMS: voluntary Group RRSP enrolment with employer matching component.
  • WORK LIFE BALANCE: paid volunteer days, competitive time off including 10 wellness days off, WorkPerks discount program, hybrid & flex work arrangements.
  • INCLUSIVE CULTURE AND DIVERSITY: living our core values: Be a Team, Be Accountable, Be Better, engaging with community through Business Resource Groups (BRG communities are volunteer employee-led groups formed around a common interest, identity, or background).


How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience to https://www.mackenzieinvestments.com/en/careers.

Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment: As part of our Talent Acquisition process, we may use artificial intelligence and automated tools to support activities such as candidate sourcing, application review, and interview scheduling. These tools support the recruitment process; all hiring decisions are made by people.

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

Please apply by September 2 2026.

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