Analyst, Systematic Strategies Group (12-Month Contract)

CPP Investments; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CPP Investments in Toronto is seeking an Analyst in the Systematic Strategies Group to contribute to research, development and implementation of systematic investment strategies and support portfolio construction and risk management across global markets.

You will collaborate across SSG on quantitative research, portfolio analysis and investment activities, with opportunities to build analytical tools, evaluate strategies and participate in multi-asset portfolio management.

Qualifications

• Enrolment in undergraduate/graduate co-op or PEY; graduation in 2026 or later.
• Studies in a quantitative discipline; advanced degree preferred.
• Strong Python programming skills and experience with large data sets.
• Interest in capital markets; knowledge of equities, futures, swaps or options is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication and collaborative mindset.
• Excellent organizational skills and adaptability to changing priorities.
• Commitment to CPP Investments' integrity, partnership and performance.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to research, development and implementation of systematic investment strategies and risk management frameworks.
• Perform quantitative research and analysis; present findings in investment forums.
• Review existing strategies and performance with colleagues across SSG.
• Help manage multi-asset portfolios, including performance and risk.
• Collaborate with Investment Engineering to design new analytical tools.
• Analyze strategies and portfolio performance to support research decisions.
• Contribute to projects across investment research, data engineering and portfolio engineering.

Skills

Python

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Collaborative mindset

Education

Quantitative discipline

Undergraduate/Graduate program or PEY/co-op eligibility

Tools

Python

Job description

Purpose.Performance. People.

Joining CPP Investments means joining one of the world's most admired and respected institutional investors to drive a single mandate: to deliver strong, sustainable returns for generations of Canadians.

With a long-term horizon and global reach, we deploy capital at scale across public and private markets. Our size, stability, and disciplined investment philosophy allow us to pursue complex opportunities and build enduring partnerships worldwide.

For our people, this means meaningful work with tangible impact, real opportunity, and collaboration with exceptional colleagues who value partnership and performance. Here,you'll contribute to outcomes that matter alongside team members committed to excellence and shared success.

The Role

As an Analyst in the Systematic Strategies Group (SSG), you will contribute to the research, development and implementation of systematic investment strategies and support portfolio construction and risk management across global markets.

You will work collaboratively across SSG on quantitative research, portfolio analysis and investment activities, with opportunities to develop analytical tools, evaluate strategy and portfolio performance, and contribute to the management of multi-asset systematic investment portfolios.

The Team

The Capital Markets and Factor Investing (CMF) department invests globally across public equities, fixed income securities, currencies, commodities and derivatives, and manages external investment managers and co-investments in public market securities.

Within CMF, the Systematic Strategies Group (SSG) develops and manages systematic investment strategies across global equities, fixed income, commodities, currencies and volatility. SSG invests in absolute return and long-only strategies designed to provide a diversifying return stream to the total fund.

Accountabilities

• - Contribute to the research, development and implementation of systematic investment strategies and portfolio construction and risk management frameworks.
• - Conduct quantitative research and analysis, present findings and contribute to discussions across SSG investment forums.
• - Review existing investment strategies, processes and portfolio performance in partnership with colleagues across SSG.
• - Contribute to the management and analysis of multi-asset systematic investment portfolios, including performance, risk and positioning.
• - Partner with Investment Engineering and Analytics colleagues to design and implement new analytical tools and modules.
• - Conduct in-depth analysis of implemented strategies and portfolio performance to support investment research and decision-making.
• - Contribute to projects across investment research, data engineering and portfolio engineering as priorities evolve.

Qualifications

• - Enrolment in an undergraduate or graduate co-op program; enrolment in a non-co-op program while pursuing a professional experience year (PEY); or graduation in April 2026 or later from an undergraduate or advanced degree program.
• - Studies in a quantitative discipline such as economics, finance, computer science, engineering or applied mathematics; an advanced degree in a quantitative discipline is preferred.
• - Strong programming skills, preferably in Python, and empirical research experience working with large data sets.
• - Interest in capital markets and investment management; knowledge of financial instruments such as equities, futures, swaps or options is an asset.
• - Strong written and verbal communication skills and an interest in working collaboratively.
• - Strong organizational skills, initiative and the flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and new challenges.
• - Commitment to CPP Investments' principles of integrity, partnership and high performance.

You are motivated to contribute to something larger than yourself, approach complex challenges with rigor, and hold yourself to high standardsin a collaborative, performance-driven environment.

We provide colleagues with cutting-edge AI tools, dedicated learning time, and practical support to help them deliver with greater impact.

Inclusion & Accessibility

CPP Investments is committed to equitableaccess to employment and building a workforce that reflects diverse talent and perspectives. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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