Equity Research Associate, Metals & Mining

Desjardins Group; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Toronto is looking for an Equity Research Associate to support the Equity Research team. This role involves developing financial models, maintaining databases, compiling research information, and generating reports. The ideal candidate has at least 4 years of experience, a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, and strong analytical skills. This position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a flexible vacation policy. This is a hybrid role.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual bonus

4 weeks of flexible vacation

Defined benefit pension plan

Group insurance including telemedicine

Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses

Qualifications

• A minimum of four years of relevant experience.
• Experience in analyzing financial statements and creating financial models in Excel.
• Advanced computer skills with strong proficiency in Excel and other tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing comprehensive financial models.
• Maintain and develop sector-specific databases.
• Compile and evaluate industry information and research.

Skills

Analytical skills

Customer focus

Interpersonal skills

Action-oriented

Nimble learning

Strategic mindset

Education

Honour's Bachelor degree in a related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Bloomberg

VBA

Job description

Desjardins Capital Markets is currently seeking a Equity Research Associate for its Equity Research team in Toronto. You have an opportunity to work with an equity analyst on the publication of company and industry research reports and comments.

• Assist in the development of comprehensive company/industry specific financial and operational models.
• Maintain and develop sector specific databases.
• Compile and evaluate industry information and research.
• Assist in generating company and industry research reports and comments.
• Provide analytical, quantitative and administrative support to the analyst as required.
• Assist with ad-hoc projects, presentations and assignments as needed.
• Liaise with sales, trading and other areas of the firm.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key personnel from companies under coverage.

What we offer*

• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• 4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year
• Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement
• Group insurance including telemedicine
• Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment

*Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.

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What you bring to the table

• Honour's Bachelor degree in a related field
• A minimum of four years of relevant experience
• Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
• Experience in analyzing financial statements and creating financial models in Excel
• Advanced computer skills, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Bloomberg in addition to sourcing data from the internet
• Knowledge of VBA or programming

Action oriented, Customer Focus, Differences, Interpersonal Savvy, Nimble learning, Strategic mindset

Trade Union (If applicable)

At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We're committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve.

If there's something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job you're applying for more accessible, let us know. We can provide accommodations at any stage in the recruitment process. Just ask!

Job Family

General finance and accounting (FG)

Unposting Date

2026-01-8