Analyst, Analytics Platform and Methodology

Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group Ltd.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group is seeking an Analyst for the Analytics Platform and Methodology team to drive digital transformation by developing and modernizing analytics platforms. You will contribute across the analytics delivery lifecycle, including methodology, design, and implementation, supporting investment analytics across the organization.

The role focuses on post-trade analytics, performance analytics, and the delivery of scalable analytics solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience in investment analytics, investment management, or data science.
• Knowledge of modern analytics pipelines and systems.
• Experience with Python, SQL, automation/scheduling tools, data platforms, and BI tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end analytics production pipeline: ingestion, calculation, and distribution.
• Identify, develop, source, and implement scalable analytics solutions across performance, attribution, risk, exposure, and investment models.
• Support and enhance proprietary analytics products and third-party tools such as Revolution, Bloomberg, and eVestment.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and the semantic layer supporting NLQ.
• Investigate and resolve complex issues with a strong analytics methodology background.
• Translate business logic for stakeholders including portfolio managers and performance analysts.
• Identify and implement workflow improvements to increase efficiency and reduce risk.

Skills

Investment analytics

Data science

Systems thinking

Problem solving

Stakeholder communication

Leadership

Education

Undergraduate degree in finance/data science

CFA or FRM designation (asset)

Tools

Python

SQL

GitHub Copilot

VisualCron

Prefect

Databricks

Microsoft Fabric

PowerBI

Tableau

Revolution

BNY Data and Analytics

Simcorp Investment Analytics

Job description

Analyst, Analytics Platform and Methodology

Are you interested in joining one of Canada’s top-performing asset managers? We are looking for an Analyst to join ourPlatform and Methodology (PaM) team. In this position, you will help drive the digital transformation of our business by developing and modernizing our analytics platform. You will contribute across the full analytics delivery lifecycle, including methodology, design, and implementation, and work on high-impact solutions that support investment analytics across the organization.

The PaM team acts as a steward of the financial group’s analytics platform and is responsible for the delivery of post-trade and custom affiliate analytics. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-impact, high-skill team whose scope and impact continue to grow.

What You Will Do

• Manage the end-to-end analytics production pipeline including ingestion, calculation, and distribution.
• Identify, develop, source, and implement scalable analytics solutions across performance, attribution, risk, exposure, and investment models.
• Support and enhance both proprietary analytics products and third-party tools such as Revolution, Bloomberg, and eVestment.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and the semantic layer that supports natural language query (NLQ)
• Investigate and resolve complex issues using your strong understanding of analytics methodologies.
• Translate business logic and technical concepts for stakeholders, including portfolio managers and performance analysts.
• Identify and implement workflow improvements that increase efficiency, reduce risk, and enhance service for stakeholders.

What You Bring

• An undergraduate degree infinance,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. Experience implementing performance and analytics systems (Revolution, BNY Data and Analytics, Simcorp Investment Analytics, etc.) is an asset.
• 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 schedulingplatforms(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 technologieswhere 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 cancommunicate 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 goals.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate process risks, and escape issues proactively when needed.
• Youcanuse judgementtomakesound decisionsina timelyfashion 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.

CC&L Financial Group is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or expression, disability, or age. We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment and selection process. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. Please contact [e-mail] if you require accommodation.