Data Scientist, ONCAP/OpCo - 12 month contract

ONEX; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent investment firm in Toronto is looking for a Data Scientist for a 12-month contract to support AI and Analytics initiatives within their portfolio companies. The candidate will analyze customer data, develop reports, and conduct operational analyses to identify growth opportunities. A minimum of 1-3 years of experience in data science and proficiency in tools like Power BI and Python are required. The role demands strong analytical and communication skills to drive data-driven decisions.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of relevant experience in data science and analytics.
• Expert proficiency in BI tools and programming languages.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Segment customer data to drive targeted marketing strategies.
• Develop and maintain reports using Power BI or similar tools.
• Conduct operational analyses to identify performance drivers.

Skills

Data Analysis

Customer Engagement

Problem Solving

Communication

Tools

Power BI

Python

SQL

Tableau

Job description

Data Scientist, ONCAP/OpCo - 12 month contract

ABOUT ONEX:

Onex is an investor and asset manager that invests capital on behalf of Onex shareholders and clients across the globe. Formed in 1984, we have a long track record of creating value for our clients and shareholders. Onex became a public company in 1987 and is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol ONEX. Onex’ two primary businesses are Private Equity and Credit. In Private Equity, we raise funds from third-party investors and invest them, along with Onex’ own investing capital, through the funds of our private equity platforms: Onex Partners and ONCAP. Similarly, in Credit, we raise and invest capital across several private credit, liquid credit and public equity strategies.

ABOUT ONCAP:

ONCAP is a leading private equity firm focused on building value with North American companies in partnership with their management teams. ONCAP is an affiliate of Onex Corporation, one of North America’s oldest and most successful private equity firms with over $50 billion of assets under management. Since inception ONCAP has invested in 35 platform companies, completed over 190 follow‑on acquisitions to build those platform companies and earned a 4.3x multiple of capital and a 42% gross IRR on all realized investments to date. ONCAP has never suffered a capital impairment on any realized investment. More information can be found at www.oncap.com or www.onex.com.

ONCAP is seeking a Data Scientist to support the AI, Analytics, and Data function within one of its portfolio companies. The selected candidate will be assigned to a specific portfolio company based on business needs. They will contribute to a variety of projects that drive value creation within the portfolio company and across ONCAP.

The hire will report directly to the Head of AI, Analytics and Data at ONCAP, as well as to operating leaders at the assigned portfolio company.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Customer Data & Insights
• Segment customer data to drive targeted marketing and personalization strategies.
• Develop and maintain weekly, periodic, and quarterly reports using Power BI or similar tools.
• Collaborate with business teams to leverage data in alignment with growth priorities.
• Explore AI-driven personalization opportunities to optimize customer engagement.
• Operations Analytics & Optimization
• Conduct in-depth operational analyses to identify performance drivers, uncover improvement opportunities, and address key business challenges.
• Develop insights to optimize revenue and working capital performance.
• Business Strategy & Growth Analytics
• Analyze data to determine cost‑effective strategies for delivering products or services.
• Provide insights into customer behavior to enhance sustainable growth.
• Technology & IT Efficiency Assessment
• Assess current data and technology platforms to identify opportunities for greater efficiency and effectiveness.
• Targeting
• Leverage AI and data‑driven targeting techniques to identify, evaluate, and prioritize high‑potential acquisition targets aligned with the fund’s investment thesis.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

Professional Characteristics:

• 1‑3 years relevant experience is data science and analytics.
• Expert proficiency in BI tools, programming and querying languages including Power BI (or Tableau), Python, SQL, strongly typed and/or functional languages a plus.
• A strong intuition for analytical methodologies and desire to solve novel technical challenges.
• Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and reliability across all analyses and deliverables.
• Familiarity with data analysis and fundamental ML modeling techniques.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non‑technical audiences effectively both orally and in writing.
• Be passionate about the application of data science to drive business impact, and intellectually curious about solving real‑world questions from data.
• Strong proficiency in English, ensuring clarity in both technical and business communication.

Personal Characteristics:

• Judgment and Flexibility: Thinks about issues and develops solutions that thoughtfully take the broader context into account. Positively deals with a shifting demand for time, priorities, and the rapid change of your environment.
• Ownership and Initiative: Takes ownership for and “rolls up sleeves” to meet objectives.
• Excellence: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Ensures quality and demonstrate a strong attention to detail and follow‑through. Commits to implementing best practices and continuous improvement.
• Teamwork: Cooperates with management, colleagues, and third‑parties and operates with humility. Seeks and is open to give and receive suggestions to develop better solutions and to make the team stronger.
• Communications: Demonstrates strong written skills and presents analysis, suggestions, and other information clearly and concisely; presence and self‑confidence to interface with the key constituents of the firm including management teams of companies, deal professionals, service providers and others.
• Great relationship management skills – networking, influencing, collaborating – and a proven ability to build trust with clients and other organizational partners.
• Ability to drive a process forward through completion, and to effectively prioritize competing objectives and urgent deadlines.
• A pattern of excellence, both personally and professionally, demonstrated by the individual’s education, career track record, intellect, and professional reputation; self‑awareness, maturity, irreproachable integrity.

Diversity Equity & Inclusion:

Onex recognizes that a diverse team and inclusive environment are vital in contributing to our continued success as an investor and asset manager. We believe that diverse perspectives create better outcomes for us and our stakeholders, including the companies we invest in, our shareholders, investors and clients, as well as the communities we serve. Onex’ commitment to diversity and inclusion includes increasing our focus on attracting and retaining employees from diverse backgrounds, creating additional awareness of diversity issues and benefits, fostering and inspiring a more supportive environment where inclusivity is expected and prioritized, and embedding accountability for diversity throughout the firm. Onex’ Diversity & Inclusion Leadership Council, which is co‑chaired by our CEO and our Head of Shareholder Relations and Communications, includes representation from across all business platforms and geographies. The Council is responsible for championing diversity and inclusion across the firm, including supporting the development and success of Onex’ employee resource groups.

Onex is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Onex is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail].

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the country where the role is based, or eligible for any necessary work authorization or permit.