Analyst, Operations - Capital Markets & Credit Investments

BCI; Victoria; On-site; CAD 77,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment management firm in Victoria is seeking an Analyst to develop tools and solutions for the Capital Markets & Credit Investments department. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, experience in Capital Markets, and proficiency in Python and SQL. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits, while fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive total rewards package

Performance-based incentive plan

Comprehensive health & dental benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in Capital Markets and/or Credit Investments, including relevant internships.
• Professional designation such as CFA/CAIA is an asset.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to adapt messaging according to the audience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance tools for investment strategies using Python and SQL.
• Ensure accuracy and quality of investment models.
• Support Operations infrastructure by troubleshooting issues.

Skills

Python

SQL

Data visualization (Tableau)

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

Education

Undergraduate degree in business, statistical, mathematical or related discipline

Job description

About Us

With $295.0 billion of gross assets under management, as of March 31, 2025, British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (BCI) is the provider of investment management services for British Columbia’s public sector and one of the largest asset managers in Canada. BCI seeks investment opportunities around the world and across a range of asset classes that convert savings into productive capital. Our investment returns help our institutional clients build a financially secure future for their beneficiaries.

Headquartered in Victoria, British Columbia, and with teams spanning Vancouver, New York, London, and Mumbai.

BCI integrates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into all investment decisions to meet clients\' risk and return requirements. Our people shape employee-focused initiatives, creating a strong culture. To learn more about our culture and values, visit our BCI Values in Action page.

The Opportunity

Based in our offices in Victoria, British Columbia, and reporting to the Director, Operations, the Analyst will be part of a team dedicated to developing in-house solutions for the Capital Markets & Credit Investments department. The Analyst will primarily assist in providing actionable insights by developing and implementing tools and solutions for a variety of stakeholders within Capital Markets & Credit Investments.

Who You Will Work With

The Capital Markets & Credit Investments (CM&CI) department manages C$165B of capital markets and credit investments (56% of total net AUM of BCI). The department invests globally across Credit, Equities, Fixed Income, Derivatives, and Absolute Return Strategies, with investment teams located in BCI\'s global offices in Victoria, Vancouver, New York, and London. As a leader in responsible investing, CM&CI actively integrates ESG factors into investment analysis and decision-making processes across all strategies.

The Operations Group, a team within Capital Markets & Credit Investments, provides the foundational support for the department’s existing strategies while serving as a strategic partner to investment teams in exploring new value-add strategies for clients. The team serves as the primary interface with internal and external stakeholders in executing CM&CI’s business, having successfully implemented leading technology solutions and automated processes to support the growth of absolute return strategies and private debt programs.

What You Bring

• Undergraduate degree in business, statistical, mathematical or other related discipline
• 1-2 years of experience in Capital Markets and/or Credit Investments, including relevant internships
• Professional designation such as CFA/CAIA, is an asset.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL, is an asset.
• Demonstrated ability with front end visualization tool such as Tableau, is an asset.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to adapt messaging according to the audience.
• Proactive attitude, interest in investment management, dedication to hard work, commitment to the highest ethical standards, and an eagerness to learn and progress.

What You Will Do

• Develop and enhance tools: Build Python and SQL solutions for various investment strategies within Capital Markets & Credit Investments

• Ensure accuracy and quality: Evaluate the model’s quality and accuracy related to investment strategies, identifying and resolving discrepancies

• Support Operations infrastructure: Troubleshoot issues from various data sources

• Respond to stakeholder needs: Address ad hoc requests from Capital Markets & Credit Investments teams as well as other departments within BCI

• Contribute to team priorities: Support additional Operations initiatives and projects as assigned by the Director, Operations

Where You Will Work

This role will be based in our downtown Victoria, BC office.

Salary Range

The annualized base salary range for this Victoria-based role is CAD $77,000 - $93,000.

BCI offers a competitive total rewards package, including a performance-based incentive plan, comprehensive health & dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, and paid time off. We pay our people competitively in the markets in which we operate and with consideration for internal equity and job structure. The base salary will consider factors such as the individual\'s skill set, experience, and internal equity. We aim for actual pay to be around the market median for expected performance and the upper quartile for excellent performance. Actual salaries may vary based on experience and expertise.

Next Steps

To apply online, please submit your resume promptly. Applications will be actively reviewed, and those selected for an interview will be contacted. We welcome all qualified candidates who are legally authorized to work in the country where this job is located. If you do not have authorization, or if your work permit has restrictions or is due to expire within 12 months, please inform our recruitment team if shortlisted.

At BCI, we value diversity and foster an inclusive culture where all employees can thrive. We are performance and client-focused, valuing integrity, and we want to know you if you share these values. We recognize that some skills can be learned on the job and encourage everyone to apply. If you require accommodations for the recruitment process, such as alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms, please contact us at [e-mail].

To learn more about working with BCI, including our comprehensive benefits packages, our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and the recruitment process visit our BCI Careers Page.

BCI does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from third-party recruitment agencies, executive search firms, or staffing suppliers unless they have an existing contractual agreement with our organization. Our approved vendor relationships are established for particular recruitment requirements and do not extend to general job postings on our website or other platforms. Any candidate information or resumes submitted by suppliers not approved by BCI will be deemed unsolicited and will not be reviewed or considered. BCI will not be liable for any fees, commissions, or charges related to unsolicited candidate submissions or recruitment services.