IGM Financial Inc. is one of Canada's leading diversified wealth and asset management companies with approximately $271 billion total assets under management.
We provide a broad range of financial planning and investment management services to help more than two million Canadian meet their financial goals. Our activities are carried out principally through IG Wealth Management, Mackenzie Investments and Investment Planning Counsel.
Under IGM Financial’s unique business model is Mackenzie Investment, founded in 1967. Mackenzie Investments is a holistic asset-management partner for thousands of Canadian financial advisors and the investors they support.
At Mackenzie Investments You Can Build Your Career with Confidence
We have a vision and a strategy to challenge how our industry has traditionally done business, and to help Canadians be successful in the ways that mean the most to them. As part of our team, you will do some of your best work, develop some of your most valuable skills and give back in ways that make a difference in the lives of Canadians.
Join an unstoppable team embedded in continuous learning, understanding, and knowledge sharing. You will thrive in our supportive environment where you can indulge your curiosity to learn, while receiving the feedback you need to refine your skills and abilities.
We are dedicated to offering a hybrid work environment when applicable.
At Mackenzie Investments, advancing diversity and inclusion (D&I) is one of the strategic priorities of our organization – we’re committed to doing business inclusively, and that starts with a representative workforce.
We encourage applications from all qualified candidates representing the diversity present across Canada – including racialized persons, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender diverse and neurodiverse individuals, and all who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
Don’t meet every single requirement listed in the job posting? Studies have shown that women and people with racialized identities are less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t meet every single requirement.
We are dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply. If you have the skills and a strong desire to do your best work while contributing to an environment where you can indulge your curiosity to learn, you may just be the right candidate.
Position
We are currently hiring an intern looking for a summer term position, May to August 2023 in our Toronto office. Candidates in an undergraduate program who are returning to school after the internship are eligible to apply.
Mackenzie’s Multi-Asset Strategies Team is responsible for managing asset allocation for a variety of large multi-asset portfolios. The Team also manages quantitative strategies used for equity alpha, global macro, and liquid alternative portfolios.
Mackenzie Investments is currently hiring an intern to work in Quantitative Research with the Multi-Asset Strategies Team. The candidate will be responsible for supporting our portfolio managers and the research team as they work with quantitative models that drive asset allocation decisions and liquid alternatives portfolios.
Responsibilities:
+ Conduct research, build and enhance decision-making tools, and back test investment strategies
+ Support our PM’s and researchers, gaining practical insights into major asset classes such as stocks, bonds, currencies, commodities, and the macroeconomics linkages to these assets.
Requirements:
+ Exhibit strong academic performance, undergraduate backgrounds in Compsci, Engineering, Commerce, Economics, or Math
+ Possess programming skills (e.
g. Python, C, Matlab)
+ Practical experience working with large datasets would be considered an asset
+ Demonstrate a strong interest in financial markets with an ability to interpret economic news and market conditions
+ Knowledge of statistics, econometrics, and related forecasting techniques
+ An independent thinker, curious, with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively
+ Demonstrates strong attention to detail with an ability to produce quality work with a high degree of accuracy
+ Possess excellent skills with Excel and practical experience with large and complex spreadsheets
+ Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and applies solid verbal and written communication skills.
+ Ability to work well in a remote or in-person team environment
To apply, please include a cover letter, a resume and transcripts (full unofficial version) by January 22nd, 2023, at 11:59pm EST.
We thank all applicants for their interest in Mackenzie Investments; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Mackenzie Investments is an accessible employer committed to providing a barrier free recruitment experience. If you require an accommodation or this information in an alternate format at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team who will work with you to meet your needs.
Job Type (EN): Internship
Job Industry (Choose up to 3 industries) (EN): Financial Services and Banking
Career Level (EN): Student
Years of Experience: <1
External Company Name: Mackenzie Financial Corporation
External Company URL: www.mackenziefinancial.
com
Post End Date: 1/22/2023