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Analyst Portfolio Operations

Mackenzie Investments

Toronto

Hybrid

CAD 49,000 - 61,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

A leading asset management firm in Canada is seeking an Analyst in Operations & Governance to support daily operations and manage outsourcing relationships. This role demands proficiency in securities administration, strong communication skills, and a degree in finance or business. The successful candidate will enjoy a hybrid work environment and competitive compensation, including benefits and employee recognition programs. Applications from diverse backgrounds are encouraged, reinforcing the firm's commitment to inclusivity.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Health and dental coverage
Flexible work arrangements
Retirement savings programs

Qualifications

  • Three to five years’ experience in securities administration, with progressive responsibility.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft products such as Excel, SharePoint, Access and AI Tools.
  • Excellent organizational skills, with attention to detail and problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

  • Support daily operations and manage outsourcing relationships.
  • Liaising with user groups to deliver services.
  • Implement investment operationalization for funds and products.

Skills

Securities administration
Experience with mutual funds/ETFs
Proficiency in Microsoft products
Strong communication skills
Problem-solving skills

Education

Post-secondary degree in business or finance
Completion of Canadian Securities Course

Tools

Excel
Python
SQL
Bloomberg
Job description
Job Description

Grade: P5Referral Level: Level 1 Division: IGM-AMO

IGM Financial Inc. is a leading wealth and asset management company in Canada, managing approximately$290billionin assets. It offers financial planning and investment services to over two million Canadians through IG Wealth Management and Mackenzie Investments.

Mackenzie Investments, founded in 1967, is a key part of IGM's business model, serving as a comprehensive asset-management partner for Canadian financial advisors and their clients.

At Mackenzie Investments You Can Build Your Career with Confidence.We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for the fourth consecutive yearsand one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. Our vision and strategy aim to innovate the industry and support Canadians in achieving their financial goals.

Join our team to engage in continuous learning and skill development in a supportive environment.Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work environment, where you spend three days a week in the office, connecting, collaborating, and enjoying quality time with your amazing colleagues!Our Values: Be better;we strive for improvement in everything we do.Be accountable;we foster clarity and are empowered to act responsibly.Be a team;we are united to drive collective impact to achieve our goals.

We’re currently looking for an Analyst, Operations & Governance, Portfolio Operations Oversight Department, Fund Services. Portfolio Operations is a fast paced, deadline driven area responsible for the capture of essential information used for the investing and accounting activities of mutual funds, ETFs and separately managed accounts. Department functions include securities pricing, corporate actions, dividends, trade reporting, settlements, FX, cash projections, securities lending, market documents, and reconciliations. The majority of functions are outsourced. We’re a shared services division providing services to IG Wealth Management, Mackenzie Investments and CLIML in support of more than 400 investment funds.

The role involves supporting management by pro-actively facilitating daily operations and supporting the outsourcing relationship to ensure high-quality outcomes are delivered in support of our client groups’ needs in the areas of middle- and back-office processing. The individual will be expected to demonstrate a high degree of accountability and personal drive in executing their responsibilities. The successful candidate’s primary responsibilities will include:

  • Liaising with user groups such as Investment Management, Fund Accounting, Financial Reporting/Tax, Product, Institutional Sales, and Compliance to deliver daily services in conjunction with the outsourcer
  • Supporting major initiatives including the IBOR migration
  • Supporting trading, settlement and reconciliations of alternative investments and currencies
  • Providing administration, accounting & valuation support for alternative investment products
  • Implementing investment operationalization of new funds and specialized products, and changes to existing funds and products
  • Assisting the outsourcer with operational processing and issues involving trades, settlement, FX, cash projections, corporate actions, proxies, modeling, reconciliations, derivatives, collateral, term loans, and market documentation
  • Supporting internal governance regimes including producing accurate and timely management reporting and metrics
  • Ensuring adherence to policies, procedures, and regulations
  • Ensuring settlement instruction, counterparty, and client databases are up-to-date and complete
  • Assisting in office management activities
  • Develop and modify procedures to enhance the performance reporting process
  • Supports the management of data as a key asset that facilitates effective decision-making
  • Support ad hoc automation, data extraction, and reporting needs as required
  • Research and resolve complex systems issues, including identifying procedural weaknesses.

The following qualifications will assist the successful candidate in accomplishing these functions:

  • Three to five years’ experience in securities administration, with progressive responsibility (experience with mutual funds/ETFs, securities/investments, and outsourcing preferred)
  • Post-secondary degree in business/commerce/finance/accounting/technology, professional accounting designation or equivalent is an asset
  • Completion of the Canadian Securities Course and Derivatives Fundamentals Course is preferred
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft products such as Excel, SharePoint, Access and AI Tools
  • Proficiency in any or all of the following programing languages is an asset, Python, SQL, VBA is preferred
  • Familiarity with professional systems such as Bloomberg, Omgeo, MPower, and SSCNet
  • Programming/development and data management skills an asset
  • Excellent organizational skills, and the ability to deal with frequent interruptions and tight deadlines
  • High attention to detail coupled with proven decision making and problem-solving skills
  • Strong oral and written communication skills

Benefits :

  • COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION & RECOGNITION : competitive base salary, performance-weightedbonus, education/career support, option to join Employee Share Purchase Plan with employer matchingcomponent.
  • 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:voluntaryGroup RRSP enrolment with employer matchingcomponent.
  • WORK LIFE BALANCE:paid volunteer days, competitive time off including 10 wellness days off,WorkPerksdiscount 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).

The expected annual base salary range for this role is ($49,000- $61,000), which is determined based on skills, knowledge and experience and geographic location. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for annual short-term incentive, health and well-being benefits, retirement and savings plan, paid time off and career development.

IGM is a diverse workplace committed to doing business inclusively - this starts with having a representative workforce! We encourage applications from all qualified candidates thatrepresentthe diversity present across Canada – including racialized persons, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender diverse and neurodiverse individuals, as well as all who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

Mackenzie Investments is an accessible employer committed to providingbarrier-free recruitment experience.If you require 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.

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

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

Please apply by February 18, 2026.

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