Equity Research Associate, Base Metals and Mining - Toronto

Scotiabank; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading Canadian bank as an Equity Research Associate, where you will contribute to top-tier equity research in a collaborative environment. This role offers the opportunity to develop your financial modeling and analysis skills while working closely with seasoned analysts. You will engage in comprehensive industry research and help clients make informed investment decisions. Be part of a purpose-driven organization that values diversity and empowers its employees to reach their full potential. If you are eager to learn and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible Benefits

Inclusive Culture

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• University degree in business with a focus on accounting or finance.
• Strong financial modeling and analysis skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive financial statement analysis and build financial models.
• Assist in writing research publications and market commentary.

Skills

Financial Modeling

Financial Analysis

Accounting Skills

Communication Skills

Research Skills

Knowledge of Mining Sector

Decision-Making Abilities

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Project Management

Education

University Degree in Business

CPA Designation

CFA Program Completion

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

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Title: Equity Research Associate, Base Metals and Mining - Toronto

Requisition ID: 222480

Join a purpose-driven, winning team committed to results within an inclusive and high-performing culture.

Global Banking and Markets (GBM) is a leading Canadian Capital Markets and Investment Banking business with a growing platform in the US and Latin America, operating globally for over 100 years. Scotiabank’s strong U.S. presence provides our clients with a vital bridge to this key global market for trade and investment flows across the Americas and the world.

Global Banking & Markets offers a full range of investment banking, credit, and risk management products and services tailored to our clients' financing and strategic development needs. Our offerings include debt and equity financing, M&A, corporate banking, equity sales, trading, research, fixed income, derivatives, energy, foreign exchange, and precious metals. We also cross-sell the full range of wholesale products and services offered by the Scotiabank Group.

Be part of an innovative, global Capital Markets and Investment Banking business with a unique geographic footprint that leverages capital for clients across industries. We collaborate to drive ambitions for the future!

About the Team:

Research is a key driver of our Global Equity platform at Scotiabank. We focus on the Canadian market, with targeted international research covering the US and Latin America. Our top-ranked teams generate value-added equity ideas and publications, continuously innovating to bring new products and insights to clients. Our offerings include daily company-specific investment views, sector updates, in-depth reports, portfolio analysis, and equity strategy commentary.

Purpose:

Equity Research Associates work in a stimulating and demanding environment, contributing to Canada’s most international bank’s top-ranked Equity Research franchise. They collaborate closely with seasoned analysts to develop financial forecasts and publish research that helps clients make informed investment decisions. With limited hierarchy and a team approach, Associates develop client relationships, sector expertise, financial modeling, valuation skills, and an understanding of capital markets.

What You'll Do:

• Perform comprehensive financial statement analysis and build financial models.
• Conduct industry research using various sources.
• Collect, consolidate, and interpret company and industry data.
• Assist in writing research publications, including market commentary, reports, and thematic research.
• Monitor market news and data to assess trends.
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations for meetings with clients.
• Handle inquiries from institutional investors.
• Develop relationships with investor relations and company management.
• Liaise with sales, trading, and other teams within regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications & Skills:

• University degree in business, specializing in accounting or finance.
• Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation preferred.
• Completion of CFA program is an asset.
• Experience in accounting, finance, equity research, or M&A preferred.
• Knowledge of the mining sector is an asset.
• Strong financial modeling, analysis, and accounting skills.
• Experience analyzing financial statements and company valuation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good judgment and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Capacity to manage multiple projects while maintaining quality.
• High energy and eagerness to learn.

Work Arrangement:

This role is currently on-site, requiring at least 4 days per week in the office, subject to change based on business needs.

Interested?

If your experience closely matches but doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply—you might be the right fit for this or other roles at Scotiabank.

At Scotiabank, we empower employees to reach their full potential, respect individual differences, and foster a diverse, inclusive culture.

What’s in it for you?

We support your well-being through flexible benefits that address your family, financial, physical, mental, and social health needs.

Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Guided by our purpose, "for every future," we help customers and communities succeed through a broad range of financial services. We are committed to an inclusive environment and provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request. Candidates must apply online; only those selected for interviews will be contacted.